СШИТАЯ ЭЛАСТОМЕРНАЯ КОМПОЗИЦИЯ И ПРОДУКТ, СОДЕРЖАЩИЙ ТАКУЮ КОМПОЗИЦИЮ

Изобретение относится к применению продукта, полученного экструзией, и содержащего сшитую эластомерную композицию, в качестве уплотнительных прокладок, например, в транспортных средствах. Сшитая эластомерная композиция содержит мультиблок-сополимер этилена с альфа-олефином, содержащий полимеризированные звенья этилена и альфа-олефина, эластомер, содержащий блок-сополимер, представляющий собой по меньшей мере два ароматических одинаковых или разных блока, разделенных по меньшей мере одним эластомерным блоком, и сшиваемый полимер, представляющий собой трехблочный сополимер стирол-бутадиен-стирола(SBS). Мультиблок сополимера этилена с альфа-олефином имеет определенный индекс распределения молекулярных масс. Мультиблок сополимера этилена с альфа-олефином имеет определенную объемную массу и точку плавления, и цифровые значения этих изменяемых величин выражены приведенными определенными отношениями. Изобретение обеспечивает получение экономичной композиции, позволяющей достигать улучшенного компромисса ...

СПОСОБ КОАГУЛЯЦИИ СУЛЬФИРОВАННЫХ БЛОК-СОПОЛИМЕРОВ

Настоящее изобретение относится к способу коагуляции сульфированного блок-сополимера из его раствора в органическом растворителе. Описан способ коагуляции сульфированного блок-сополимера из раствора, содержащего блок-сополимер и один или несколько органических растворителей, и способ включает: (а) стадию эжектирования, которая включает эжектирование раствора сополимера в или на умеренно перемешиваемую воду с образованием коагуляционной смеси, где эжектированный раствор сополимера по существу не содержит водяной пар; и вода находится при рабочем давлении и при рабочей температуре ниже ее температуры кипения; и (б) стадию выдерживания, которая включает умеренное перемешивание коагуляционной смеси, полученной на стадии (а), при давлении выдерживания и при температуре выдерживания ниже температуры кипения воды в течение периода, достаточного, чтобы по существу полностью испарить один или несколько органических растворителей. Технический результат – предложенный способ коагуляции прост при реализации ...

ПОЛИОЛЕФИНОВЫЕ ДИСПЕРСИИ, ПЕНЫ И ПЕНОМАТЕРИАЛЫ

Изобретение относится к медицине. Описаны полиолефиновые дисперсии, пены и пеноматериалы и изделия, изготовленные из них. Также описывается и способ получения из водной дисперсии термопластичного пеноматериала. Водная дисперсия может содержать термопластичную смолу, воду и стабилизатор. Способ может включать добавление к водной дисперсии, по меньшей мере, одного вспенивающего поверхностно-активного вещества для получения смеси, добавление антипирена и/или материала с обратимыми фазами, вспенивание смеси для получения пены и удаление, по меньшей мере, части воды для получения пеноматериала. Пеноматериалы имеют улучшенные характеристики огнестойкости при одновременном сохранении их базовой функции. 4 н. и 10 з.п. ф-лы, 9 табл., 2 ил.

ЭПОКСИДИРОВАННЫЙ ДИЕНОВЫЙ БЛОКСОПОЛИМЕР

Использование: композиции различного назначения, содержащие в качестве компонента сшитый эпоксидированный диеновый блок-сополимер. Сущность изобретения: сшитый эпоксидированный диеновый блок-сополимер получают на основе исходного блок-сополимера, который может иметь две разные структурные формулы. Исходные полимеры содержат блоки диенового полимера мол. м. 300-200000, блоки моноалкенилароматического полимера мол. м. 500-50000, в состав макромолекулы может входить агент сочетания или мономеры сочетания. Исходный блок-сополимер гидрируют до содержания в нем 0,1-5 мэкв алифатических двойных связей на 1 г полимера, затем эпоксидируют до содержания эпокси-групп в полимере 0,1-3 мэкв на 1 г полимера, затем осуществляют химическое сшивание или сшивание под воздействием облучения до содержания геля не менее 30 %. 2 з.п. ф-лы, 21 табл.

ДИСПЕРСИИ ОЛЕФИНОВЫХ БЛОК-СОПОЛИМЕРОВ

... 1. Дисперсия, содержащая: ! каталитический линейный олефиновый полиблок-интерполимер и, ! по меньшей мере, один диспергирующий агент; ! где каталитический линейный олефиновый полиблок-интерполимер содержит, по меньшей мере, один жесткий сегмент и, по меньшей мере, один мягкий сегмент. ! 2. Дисперсия по п.1, где каталитический линейный олефиновый полиблок-интерполимер содержит от 5 до 70 мас.%, по меньшей мере, одного жесткого сегмента. ! 3. Дисперсия по п.1, где олефиновый полиблок-интерполимер содержит от 15 до 60 мас.%, по меньшей мере, одного жесткого сегмента. ! 4. Дисперсия по п.1, где олефиновый полиблок-интерполимер содержит, по меньшей мере, один из этилен/α-олефиновых блок-интерполимеров, пропилен/α-олефиновый блок-интерполимер или их комбинации. ! 5. Дисперсия по п.3, где, по меньшей мере, один жесткий сегмент содержит от 0 до 5 мас.% α-олефина. !6. Дисперсия по п.3, где, по меньшей мере, один мягкий сегмент содержит от 5 до 60 мас.% α-олефина. ! 7. Дисперсия по п.1, где олефиновый ...

MEDIZINISCHE VORRICHTUNG

EIN- UND MEHRSCHICHTIGE POLYOLEFIN-SCHAUMSTOFFROHRE

Process for producing alkenyl aromatic foams using a combination of atmospheric and organic gases and foams produced thereby

Aromatic block copolymer, method for decomposing the same, and analysis method using the decomposition method

Disclosed is a method for decomposing an aromatic block copolymer, which is characterized in that the aromatic block copolymer contains a segment 1 represented by the general formula (1) below and a segment 2 composed of a structural unit represented by the general formula (2) below and/or a structural unit represented by the general formula (3) below, and the segment 2 is chemically decomposed. Also disclosed are an analysis method using the decomposition method, and an aromatic block copolymer determined by the method. (1) (2) (3) (The symbols in the formulae are as defined in claims.) ...

Nanoparticles and fabrication thereof

Process for the preparation of powders of a block copolymer

A block copolymer, or a hydrogenated derivative thereof, of formula A-B-A, in which each A is independently a polymer block of a vinyl substituted aromatic hydrocarbon and B is a polymer block of a conjugated diene hydrocarbon, is dissolved in a hydrocarbon solvent and the solution mixed with at least an equal volume of a polar organic liquid miscible with the hydrocarbon solvent, the solubility parameter of the polar organic liquid differing at least 4 (cal./c.c.)1/2 from that of the block copolymer and not more than 6 (cal./c.c.)1/2 from that of the hydrocarbon solvent, and a precipitate of a pulverulent block copolymer is recovered as a powder. (Solubility parameter=(D E/V)1/2 where D E=D Hvap. - RT and V is molal volume.) In examples, A is styrene and B is isoprene or butadiene, the hydrocarbon is benzene or cyclohexane and polar liquids tested are water, methanol, ethanol, acetone. Additives exemplified are: naphthenic oil, block copolymer, paraffin wax, whiting. Inorganic fillers ...

AQUEOUS DISPERSIONS OF IONI POLYMER PARTICLES WITH INTERNAL MESOPHASE, THEIR HERSTELLLUNG AND USE

FLEXIBLE ONE, SEPS ABSTENTIONS, ELASTOMER FILMS AND MEDICAL CONTAINERS

Polyolefin dispersions, froths, and foams

HEAT FORMABLE ELASTOMERIC BLOCK POLYMER PRODUCTS

PROCESS FOR FORMING A POWDER

The present disclosure provides a process. The process includes (i) melt blending, in an extruder, (a) a polyolefin phase and (b) an aqueous phase in the presence of (c) at least one dispersant selected from an acrylic dispersant, a poloxamer dispersant, and combinations thereof; (ii) producing an interfacial tension from 0.1 dynes/cm to 25 dynes/cm; (iii) forming a polyolefin aqueous dispersion having from 25 wt% to 90 wt% solids content of dispersion; and (iv) removing the water from the polyolefin aqueous dispersion to form a powder. The powder has a mean volume average particle size from 10 µm to 300 µm, a sphericity from 0.92 to 1.0, a particle size distribution from 1 to less than 2, and a particle density from 98% to 100%.

HIGH-DENSITY POLYMER BRUSH-COATED HOLLOW MICROPARTCLES,PROCESSES FOR PRODUCING THE SAME AND APPLICATIONS OF HIGH-DENSITY POLYMER BRUSH-COATED HOLLOW MICROPARTICLES

A method of hollowing fine composite particles each comprising a fine particle and high-density graft chains bonded to the surface thereof, without impairing such properties of the existing high-density polymer particles that they have a narrow particle diameter distribution and excellent dispersion stability; and fine hollow particles obtained by the method which each comprises a high- density polymer brush layer surrounding a hollow part. In the method, fine composite particles each comprising a fine particle and high-density graft chains bonded to the surface thereof are treated to dissolve away the fine particles only to thereby make the composite particles hollow. The fine hollow particles obtained by the method each comprises a high-density polymer brush layer surrounding a hollow part.

FABRICATION OF DIRECTIONALLY ORIENTED BLOCK COPOLYMER FILMS

Directionally oriented block copolymer films and zone annealing processes for producing directionally oriented block films are provided. The zone annealing processes include methods of inducing horizontally oriented block copolymers through a soft sheer process and methods of inducing vertically oriented block copolymers via sharp dynamic zone annealing. The zone annealing processes are capable of both small and large scale production of directionally oriented block films. The cold zone annealing processes are also capable of being combined with graphoepitaxy methods.

MOLDED CLOSURE FOR A LIQUID CONTAINER

A molded closure for a liquid container comprising a thermoplastic elastomer and a blowing agent. The molded closure is particularly suitable for use as a synthetic wine cork in a wine bottle. The molded closu re does not permit passage of oxygen into the container, does not absorb oxygen from the contents of the container, can be removed from th e container using a corkscrew without significant expansion, crumbling or disintegration, does not significantly taint a liquid in the container, permits me container to be placed horizontally immediately after insertion of the molded closure, and can permanently retain printed matter on its surfaces.

High elasticity foams

MANUFACTORING PROCESS Of a MEDICAL DEVICE, IN PARTICULAR a CATHETER, DEVICE WHILE RESULTING AND USE

THICK FILM PROCESS FOR PRODUCING NANO-STRUCTURES OBTAINED FROM A BLOCK COPOLYMER COMPOSITION

CROSSLINKED ELASTOMER COMPOSITION, AND PRODUCT COMPRISING THE SAME

METHOD OF OBTAINING NANO-STRUCTURES FROM THICK FILMS OBTAINED FROM A COMPOSITION OF BLOCK COPOLYMERS

La présente invention concerne un procédé d'obtention de films nano-structurés obtenus à partir de copolymères à blocs présentant un indice de dispersité compris entre 1,1 et 2, bornes incluses, sans défauts de nano-structuration, sur une surface, pour que cette surface traitée puisse être utilisée en tant que masques pour des applications en microélectronique.

FOAMED MULTIPHASE THERMOPLASTIC COPOLYMER COMPOSITIONS

METHOD OF NANOSTRUCTURING A BLOCK COPOLYMER FILM FROM AN UNSTRUCTURED BLOCK COPOLYMER BASED ON STYRENE AND METHYL METHACRYLATE, AND RIGGING BLOCKS NANO-STRUCTURE

THERMOPLASTIC COMPOSITION OF POWDER AND THREE-DIMENSIONAL OBJECTS FACTORIES BY SINTERING Of SUCH a COMPOSITION

La présente invention concerne une composition de poudre thermoplastique de D50 inférieure à 100 µm, comprenant : au moins un copolymère à blocs de température de fusion inférieure à 180°C ; de 15 à 50% en poids d'au moins une charge pulvérulente de dureté Mohs inférieure à 6 et de D50 inférieur à 20 µm ; et de 0,1 à 5% d'un agent d'écoulement pulvérulent de D50 inférieur à 20 µm ; sur le poids total de la composition. La présente invention concerne notamment l'utilisation de ladite composition dans les procédés d'agglomération de poudre, couche par couche, par fusion ou frittage pour fabriquer des objets tridimensionnels flexibles.

고분자 전해질 막

... 비불소계 재료로 이루어지고, 유연하고 잘 깨지지 않고, 내열수성이 우수한 고분자 전해질 막을 제공하는 것. 방향족 비닐 화합물에 유래하는 구조 단위로 이루어지고, 이온 전도성기를 갖는 중합체 블록 (A)와, 불포화 지방족 탄화수소에 유래하는 구조 단위로 이루어지고, 이온 전도성기를 갖지 않는 비정성의 중합체 블록 (B)를 포함하는 블록 공중합체 (Z)가, 하나 이상의 수소 원자가 수산기로 치환된 방향환을, 분자 중에 두 개 이상 갖는 가교제 (X)에 의해 가교되어 있는, 고분자 전해질 막.

ELASTOMERIC FORMULATIONS USEFUL IN FILMS AND SHEETS

SELF-ASSEMBLED STRUCTURE AND MEMBRANE COMPRISING BLOCK COPOLYMER AND PROCESS FOR PRODUCING SAME BY SPIN COATING (IIIA)

Disclosed is a self-assembled structure formed from a self-assembling diblock copolymer of chemical formula (i): wherein r1-r4, n, and m are as described in the specification, which find use in preparing a nanoporous membrane. In an embodiment, the block copolymer exists in a cylindrical self-assembled structure. Also disclosed is a method of preparing such a membrane which involves spin coating a polymer solution containing the block copolymer to obtain a thin film, followed by solvent annealing of the film. Further disclosed is a method of preparing a porous membrane from the self-assembled structure. COPYRIGHT KIPO 2016 ...

에틸렌/알파-올레핀의 인터폴리머로부터 제조된 가교된 발포체

... 발포체 조성물은 적어도 에틸렌/α-올레핀 인터폴리머를 포함한다. 본 개시내용의 에틸렌/α-올레핀 인터폴리머는 적어도 1종의 연질 블록 및 적어도 1종의 경질 블록을 포함하는 멀티-블록 코폴리머이다. 발포체 조성물은 발포제 및 가교제를 추가로 포함할 수 있다. 발포체 조성물의 제조 방법 및 발포체 조성물로 제조된 발포 물품이 또한 기재된다.

IT CLOSES SYNTHETIC FOR THE REMOVABLE INSERTION IN A BOTTLE OR CONTAINER, AND METHOD TO MAKE IT

La presente invencion se refiere a cierres sintéticos fácilmente extraíbles, para insertar en forma removible en una botella o recipiente. En unarealizacion del invento, el cierre sintético comprende un elastomero termoplástico y un copolímero etilén-a-olefínico catalizado con metaloceno. En otrarealizacion, el cierre sintético se fabrica a partir de una composicion formulada de los ingredientes que comprenden: un elastomero termoplástico que comprendeun copolímero en bloque de estireno, un copolímero de etilén-a-olefínico, un polímero de polipropileno, y un agente de soplado, y en donde el cierre tienen unadureza Shore A que se encuentra entre 60 y 84. El cierre sintético puede además comprender un aceite de extension y/o un aditivo de proceso. En modos derealizacion alternativos, las composiciones adecuadas para formar los cierres sintéticos de la presente invencion incluyen en forma opcional materiales deelastomeros termoplásticos tales como por ejemplo, elastomeros termoplásticosde ...

PROCEOS PARA FORMAR UN POLVO

La presente divulgación proporciona un proceso. El proceso incluye (i) mezclar por fusión, en una extrusora, (a) una fase de poliolefina y (b) una fase acuosa en presencia de (c) al menos un dispersante seleccionado de un dispersante acrílico, un dispersante de poloxámero y combinaciones de estos; (ii) producir una tensión interfacial que va de 0,1 dinas/cm. a 25 dinas/cm.; (iii) formar una dispersión acuosa de poliolefina que tiene de 25% en peso a 90% en peso de contenido de sólidos de dispersión; y (iv) eliminar el agua de la dispersión acuosa de poliolefina para formar un polvo. El polvo tiene un tamaño de partícula promedio en volumen medio que va de 10 mm a 300 mm, una esfericidad que va de 0,92 a 1,0, una distribución de tamaño de partícula que va de 1 a menos de 2 y una densidad de partícula que va de 98% a 100%.

Block copolymer

The present application provides the block copolymers and their application. The block copolymer has an excellent self assembling property and phase separation and various required functions can be freely applied thereto as necessary.

Preparation method of patterned substrate

Provided is a method of manufacturing a patterned substrate. The method may be applied to a process of manufacturing a device such as an electronic device or integrated circuit, or another use, for example, to manufacture an integrated optical system, a guidance and detection pattern of a magnetic domain memory, a flat panel display, a LCD, a thin film magnetic head or an organic light emitting diode, and used to construct a pattern on a surface to be used to manufacture a discrete tract medium such as an integrated circuit, a bit-patterned medium and/or a magnetic storage device such as a hard drive.

FOAM BEAD AND SINTERED FOAM STRUCTURE

AN ARTICLE COMPRISING A FLAME RETARDANT POLYMERIC FOAM

Elastomeric film composition

A composition is provided which is suitable for extrusion blowing to form an elastomeric film. The film produced from this composition has a very low modulus, high elongation and excellent elastic recovery. The composition comprises: two hydrogenated block compolymers each comprising at least two blocks containing predominantly polymerized alkene arene monomer units and at least one block containing predominantly polymerized conjugated diene monomer units, the first hydrogenated block copolymer having a molecular weight between about 55,000 and about 200,000 and the second hydrogenated block copolymer having a molecular weight between about 15,000 and about 85,000, the ratio of the molecular weight of the first of the second being greater than 1.1:1, and each hydrogenated block copolymer being present in an amount of greater than 15 parts by weight for each 100 parts by weight of the total amount of the two hydrogenated block copolymers; between about 5 parts by weight and about 100 parts ...

Molded styrene block copolymer closure for a liquid container

A molded closure for a liquid container comprising a thermoplastic elastomer and a blowing agent. The molded closure is particularly suitable for use as a synthetic wine cork in a wine bottle. The molded closure does not permit passage of oxygen into the container, does not absorb oxygen from the contents of the container, can be removed from the container using a corkscrew without significant expansion, crumbling or disintegration, does not significantly taint a liquid in the container, permits the container to be placed horizontally immediately after insertion of the molded closure, and can permanently retain printed matter on its surface.

BLOCK COPOLYMER

The present application provides the block copolymers and their application. The present application may provide the block copolymers that have excellent self assembling and phase separation properties and therefore that can be effectively used in various applications. The present application may also provide applications of the block copolymers.

METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING POLYOLEFIN RESIN IN-MOLD-FOAM-MOLDED ARTICLE

A polyolefin resin in-mold-foam-molded article molded by in-mold foam molding by using polyolefin resin pre-foamed particles ejected from a mold, and subjected to primary aging at 70° C. or more and 85° C. or less to restore the shape thereof, and subjected to secondary aging at 35° C. or more and 55° C. or less.

METHOD FOR PRODUCING FOAM-MOLDED ARTICLE, AND FOAM-MOLDED ARTICLE

Even when a mixture resin of virgin resin and recovered resin material is used as a resin material for molding, a stable, high-quality foam-molded article with excellent impact resistance is produced at low cost. For this, the resin material that is used includes a mixture resin of recovered resin material obtained by pulverizing a resin material solidified after melting, and virgin resin without thermal history of melting, and a foaming agent added to the mixture resin. The resin material is a mixture of a polypropylene-based resin and a polyethylene-based elastomer.

Method for producing maleimide block copolymer

An object of the present invention is to provide a method for producing a maleimide block copolymer having an acrylic monomer-derived structural unit. Provided is a method for producing a block copolymer having a polymer block (A) containing an acrylate-derived structural unit and a polymer block (B) containing an N-substituted maleimide ring structure and a methacrylate-derived structural unit, the method comprising a polymerization step in which a nitroxide polymer (A1) having a polymer block (A) and an organophosphorus unit-containing nitroxide structure at an end of the polymer block (A) and a monomer (B1) containing a methacrylate and an N-substituted maleimide are polymerized in the presence of a thiol compound (C1).

ACUTE CARE COVER FOR SEVERE INJURIES

A compound made by copolymerizing a poly(N-isopropylacrylamide) chain transfer agent, an acrylate salt, and a polyethylene glycol diacrylate. A compound made by copolymerizing a polyethylene glycol, a glycerol ethoxylate, and an aliphatic diisocyanate.

PARTICLES HAVING AN ORGANISED INTERNAL STRUCTURE WHICH ARE DISPERSED IN AN AQUEOUS PHASE, THE PREPARATION THEREOF AND USE OF SAME

FILMS HAVING DEAD-FOLD PROPERTIES MADE FROM ALPHA-OLEFIN/VINYL AROMATIC AND/OR ALIPHATIC OR CYCLOALIPHATIC VINYL OR VINYLIDENE INTERPOLYMERS

The present invention pertains to a film or sheet or extruded profile having at least one layer comprising; (A) at least one substantially random interpolymer, which comprises; (I) polymer units derived from; (i) at least one vinyl aromatic monomer, or (ii) at least one aliphatic or cycloaliphatic vinyl or vinylidene monomer, or (iii) a combination of at least one aromatic vinyl monomer and at least one aliphatic or cycloaliphatic vinyl or vinylidene monomer, and (2) polymer units derived from at least one C2-20 ¿-olefin; and optionally (3) polymer units derived from one or more ethylenically unsaturated polymerizable monomers other than those of (1) and (2); or (B) a blend of Component A with at least one polymer other than that of Component A; and wherein said film or sheet or extruded profile has a force relaxation in the cross direction or machine direction or both of greater than or equal to 40 percent. The present invention also pertains to a multilayer film or sheet or extruded profile ...

OLEFIN BLOCK COPOLYMERS, PRODUCTION PROCESSES OF THE SAME AND USE THEREOF

Olefin block copolymers excellent in affinity with metal, polar resins or the like, impact resistance, mar resistance, thermal resistance, rigidity, oil resistance, transparency, antifogging properties, electrical insulation properties, breakdown voltage, application properties, low-temperature flexibility, moldability, environmental degradation properties, fluidity and/or dispersion properties; and processes for producing the block copolymers. The block copolymers are represented by the general formula (I): PO? 1 -¿ g1- B1 (wherein PO1 is a segment composed of repeating units derived from C2-20 olelin; g1 is an ester, ether, amide, imide, urethane, urea, silyl ether, or carbonyl linkage; and B1 is an unsaturated hydrocarbon or heteroatom-containing segment).

МОДИФИКАТОР И СПОСОБ ЕГО ПРИМЕНЕНИЯ, СПОСОБ ПОЛУЧЕНИЯ МОДИФИКАТОРА И НОСИТЕЛЬ ДЛЯ ДОБАВКИ

Изобретение относится к модификатору, который можно смешивать с полиолефином, чтобы получить формованное изделие. Модификатор имеет непрерывную фазу (A), содержащую вторую полиолефиновую смолу, и дисперсную фазу (B), содержащую полиамидную смолу и модифицированный эластомер. Дисперсная фаза (B) состоит из продукта смешения в расплаве полиамидной смолы и модифицированного эластомера. Модифицированный эластомер представляет собой эластомер, содержащий реакционно-способную группу, которая реагирует с полиамидной смолой. Эластомер представляет собой термопластичный эластомер на основе олефина, содержащий в качестве скелета сополимер этилена или пропилена с α-олефином, содержащим от 3 до 8 атомов углерода. Эластомер включает структурное звено производное от малеинового ангидрида. Обеспечивается формованное изделие с улучшенной ударопрочностью. 4 н. и 5 з.п. ф-лы, 2 табл., 2 ил.

ГИБКИЙ ПОЛИОЛЕФИНОВЫЙ ТЕПЛОИЗОЛЯЦИОННЫЙ ПЕНОМАТЕРИАЛ И ЕГО ПРИМЕНЕНИЕ И СПОСОБ ПОЛУЧЕНИЯ ГИБКОГО ПОЛИОЛЕФИНОВОГО ТЕПЛОИЗОЛЯЦИОННОГО ПЕНОМАТЕРИАЛА

Verfahren zur Herstellung loesungsmittelbestaendiger Blockmischpolymerisate

Aromatisches Blockpolymer, Verfahren zur Zersetzung desselben und Analyseverfahren unter Verwendung des Zersetzungsverfahrens

Verfahren zur Zersetzung eines aromatischen Blockcopolymers, wobei das aromatische Blockcopolymer ein Segment 1 der im folgenden angegebenen allgemeinen Formel (1) und ein eine Struktureinheit der im folgenden angegebenen allgemeinen Formel (2) und/oder eine Struktureinheit der im folgenden angegebenen allgemeinen Formel (3) umfassendes Segment 2 umfasst und das Segment 2 einer chemischen Zersetzung unterzogen wird (worin m für eine ganze Zahl von 5 oder mehr steht, Ar1 für eine zweiwertige aromatische Gruppe, die einen Substituenten aufweisen kann, steht und die 5 oder mehr Reste Ar1 einander gleich oder voneinander verschieden sein können) (worin Ar10, Ar20 und Ar21 jeweils unabhängig voneinander für eine zweiwertige aromatische Gruppe, die einen Substituenten aufweisen kann, stehen, X10 und X20 jeweils unabhängig voneinander für ein Sauerstoffatom, ein Schwefelatom, eine Alkylengruppe mit 1 bis 10 Kohlenstoffatomen oder eine fluorsubstituierte Alkylengruppe mit 1 bis 10 Kohlenstoffatomen ...

Improvements in or relating to the Production of Elastic Threads.

... 1,175,192. Block copolymer compositions and threads therefrom. DUNLOP CO. Ltd. 5 Sept., 1967 [6 Sept., 1966], No. 39673/66. Heading C3P. A composition comprising a thermoplastic block copolymer of the formula A-(B-A) n in which A represents a non-elastomeric polymer block, B represents an elastomeric polymer block, n is 1 to 10, and a sufficient amount of a solvent to plasticize the copolymer, may be formed into threads by spinning through a spinneret. Suitable polymers are those in which A is a polymer of a monovinyl aromatic hydrocarbon and B is a polymer of a confugated diene, while suitable solvents are methyl ethyl ketone, ethylene dichloride, toluene and a petrol fraction.

MORE TERPOLYMER WITH HIGH FUSION POINT

Dispersions and latexes of polar group modified polymers

Medical device

BALLISTIC-RESISTANT COMPOSITE ARTICLE

The present invention provides an improved, composite article of manufacture which comprises a network of fibers having a tensile modulus of at least about 500 grams/denier and an energy-to-break of at least about 22 Joules/gram. An elastomeric matrix material having a tensile modulus of less than about 6,000 psi, measured at 25.degree.C.

EXTRUSION-FOAMED POLYMERIC COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS FOR MAKING EXTRUSION-FOAMED POLYMERIC COMPOSITIONS

Articles of manufacture containing an extrusion-foamed polymeric composition. The extrusion-foamedpolymeric composition contains an ethylene-basedpolymer and an olefin-based elastomer. The extrusion-foamed polymeric composition can be prepared from a foamable polymeric composition containing the ethylene-based polymer, the olefin-based elastomer, a nucleating agent, and a blowing agent. The extrusion-foamed polymeric composition can be prepared using an extrusion foaming process.

POROUS MATERIALS FROM COMPLEX BLOCK COPOLYMER ARCHITECTURES

Self-assembled porous block copolymer materials with a complex block copolymer architecture, methods of preparing, uses for separation and detection, and devices for using as such. The porous materials contain at least one of macro, meso, or micro pores, at least some of which are isoporous, and include at least one block copolymer with at least two chemically distinct blocks, which further comprises a complex architecture such as: multiple distinct monomers in or between blocks, branching, crosslinking, or ring architectures.

SYNTHESIS AND CHARACTERIZATION OF WELL DEFINED POLY(PROPYLENE FUMARATE) AND POLY(ETHYLENE GLYCOL) BLOCK COPOLYMERS

In one or more embodiments, the present invention provides a low molecular weight, non-toxic, resorbable poly(ethylene glycol)(PEG) -block- poly(propylene fumarate) (PPF) diblock copolymers and poly(propylene fumarate) (PPF) -block- poly(ethylene glycol)(PEG) -block- poly(propylene fumarate) (PPF) triblock copolymers (and related methods for their making and use) that permits hydration for the formation of such things as hydrogels and has constrained and predictable material properties suitable for 3D printing and drug delivery applications. Using continuous digital light processing (cDLP) hydrogels the diblock and triblock copolymers can be photochemically printed from an aqueous solution into structures having a 10-fold increase in elongation at break compared to traditional diethyl fumarate (DEF) based printing. Furthermore, PPF-PEG-PPF triblock hydrogels have also been found in vitro to be biocompatible across a number of engineered MC3T3, NIH3T3, and primary Schwann cells.

ELASTOMERIC FORMULATIONS USEFUL IN FILMS AND SHEETS

An elastomeric composition, and method of making the same, useful for forming thin films and sheets, comprising 55-60% hydrogenated SEEPS having a number average molecular weight of 90,000 to 100,000, 7-12% polystyrene, 15-30% oil, and 5 to 20% of an aliphatic hydrogenated hydrocarbon resin.

MOLDED CLOSURE FOR A LIQUID CONTAINER

A molded closure for a liquid container comprising a thermoplastic elastomer and a blowing agent. The molded closure is particularly suitable for use as a synthetic wine cork in a wine bottle. The molded closure does not permit passage of oxygen into the container, does not absorb oxygen from the contents of the container, can be removed from the container using a corkscrew without significant expansion, crumbling or disintegration, does not significantly taint a liquid in the container, permits the container to be placed horizontally immediately after insertion of the molded closure, and can permanently retain printed matter on its surface.

Modified nano-cellulose reinforced polypropylene micro-foaming composite material and preparation method thereof

FOAM FOR WASHING CONCRETE PUMP

Repairable and multi-response deformable liquid crystal elastomer film as well as preparation method and application thereof

Aromatic block copolymer, decomposition method thereof and analysis method using the decompostition method

Disclosed is a method for decomposing an aromatic block copolymer, which is characterized in that the aromatic block copolymer contains a segment 1 represented by the general formula (1) below and a segment 2 composed of a structural unit represented by the general formula (2) below and/or a structural unit represented by the general formula (3) below, and the segment 2 is chemically decomposed. Also disclosed are an analysis method using the decomposition method, and an aromatic block copolymer determined by the method. (1) (2) (3) (The symbols in the formulae are as defined in claims.

NEW SULFONIC POLYMERS USABLE TO CONSTITUTE MEMBRANES OF COMBUSTIBLE BATTERY

HAIR SPRAYS AND SETTING LOTIONS

NEW PROCESS OF ACRYLIC FILM SYNTHESE/FABRICATION

Preparing semi-aromatic polyester powder/polyester, comprises forming molten mixture comprising semi-aromatic polyester and additive that is block copolymer, cooling and treating cooled mixture to cause separation of discrete particles

La présente invention a pour objet un procédé de préparation de poudre constituée de particules à base de polyester (semi-)aromatique ou PESA. Le procédé de l'invention comprend plus particulièrement des étapes de préparation d'un mélange comprenant du PESA et un additif spécifique, de refroidissement du mélange et de récupération de la poudre par délitement. L'invention concerne également les poudres obtenues et leurs utilisations.

FLEXIBLE ACRYLIC FOAM COMPOSITION

THERMOPLASTIC POLYMER COMPOSITIONS AND SHEET-SHAPED MOLDINGS MADE THEREFROM

METHODS OF UTILIZING BLOCK COPOLYMER TO FORM PATTERNS

페인팅된 폴리올레핀 물품

... 페인팅된 물품은 기재 및 페인트 층 사이의 프라이머 층 (여기서 상기 기재는, 0.89 g/cm3및 0.92 g/cm3 의 밀도를 갖는, 폴리프로필렌 폴리머 및 올레핀 블록 코폴리머를 포함하는 기재 형성 조성물의 산물임)을 포함한다. 상기 기재는, (1) 프탈레이트계 가소제, (2) 할로겐-함유 폴리머, 및 (3) 스티렌 모노머 유래의 침출가능한, 소형 폴리머 단위가 없다.

LACTIDE COPOLYMER, RESIN COMPOSITION AND FILM COMPRISING THEREOF

Polypropylene resin composition, polypropylene resin foamed material and process for producing the same the invention relates to a polypropylene resin comporision and foamed materials containing a fine and uniform form are obtainable from this composition

A foamed polypropylene resin composition containing: 90 to 60 parts by weight of a polypropylene block copolymer (A); and about 10 to 40 parts by weight of a polypropylene resin (B), wherein the polypropylene block copolymer is a polypropylene block copolymer which contains about 99 to 90% by weight of a crystalline polypropylene (a) and about 1 to 10% by weight of an amorphous ethylene--olefin copolymer (b) and has a melt flow rate (MFR) of 2 to 15 g/10minutes and a die swell ratio, measured by a capillary rheometer, of at least about 1.7, and further containing at least one foaming agent selected from azodicarbonamide, oxidized benzosulfonhydrazide, azo-isobutyle nitrile, azobarium dicarbonate, hydrazine dicarbonamide, heptane, hexane, dichloroethane, hydrosodium carbonate and alkaline zine carbonate, in which the polypropylene block copolymer (A) is an amorphous ethylene--olefin copolymer dispersed in crystalline polypropylene (a); and the polyethylene resin (B) is a ethylene ...

Block copolymer

Block copolymer

POLYMERIZED IONIC LIQUID BLOCK COPOLYMERS AS BATTERY MEMBRANES

The present invention is directed to compositions useful for use in membranes for sustainable transport of hydroxide (e.g., in fuel cells) and compositions useful for use in separators for use in lithium ion batteries, and membranes, separators, and devices derived therefrom.

THERMOPLASTIC ELASTOMERS EXHIBITING SUPERIOR BARRIER PROPERTIES

A blend of styrene-isobutylene-styrene based thermoplastic elastomer and organoclay-filled polyamide is disclosed which has good processability and more effective barrier properties for oxygen than the blend using amorphous or crystalline polyamide without organoclay.

FOAM PARTICLES

Expanded beads are those including a mixture of an olefin-based thermoplastic elastomer and a polyethylene-based resin, wherein a melt flow rate MFR(I) of the olefin-based thermoplastic elastomer is 2-10 g/10 min; a difference ((MFR(II))−(MFR(I))) between a melt flow rate MFR(II) of the polyethylene-based resin and the melt flow rate MFR(I) of the olefin-based thermoplastic elastomer is 1-35 g/10 min; and a content of the polyethylene-based resin in the mixture is 3-40% by weight.

PELLETS INCLUDING BLOCK COPOLYMER AND SHAPED ARTICLES OBTAINED FROM SUCH PELLETS

Sufficiently antiblock pellets are provided that include an acrylic block copolymer which has a polymer block including methyl acrylate units. A shaped article is provided from the pellets with high productivity while avoiding deterioration in the outstanding characteristics of the acrylic block copolymer. The pellets include an acrylic block copolymer (I) including at least one polymer block (A1) including methacrylic acid ester units, and at least one polymer block (B1) including acrylic acid ester units, and an acrylic polymer (II) containing 35 mass % or more methyl methacrylate units and having a melt flow rate (MFR) measured at 230° C. under 3.8 kg load of not less than 10 g/10 min. The acrylic acid ester units present in the polymer block (B1) of the acrylic block copolymer (I) consist solely of methyl acrylate units and acrylic acid ester (1) units represented by the general formula CH2═CH—COOR1 (1) (wherein R1 represents a C4-C12 organic group). The mass ratio (I)/(II) of the acrylic ...

PROCESS FOR PRODUCING MICROPOROUS POLYMERIC OBJECT, AND MICROPOROUS POLYMERIC OBJECT AND SEPARATION MEMBRANE

A process for producing a microporous polymeric object to improve the degree of freedom for its various properties, compared to conventional processes, includes: mixing a block copolymer made of three or more kinds of segments with a polymer, wherein one or more of the segments are made of monomer units having a first functional group forming ionic and/or hydrogen bond, the segments constitute a co-continuous structure having mutually-independent and continuous regions due to a phase separation based on incompatibility between the segments, and the polymer has, at other than polymer chain terminals, a second functional group forming such bond with the first functional group, thereby allowing the segments to associate with the polymer at many points; forming a co-continuous structure including a region composed of the polymer and the segments due to the phase separation; and removing the polymer from the region by weakening the bond between the functional groups.

Electrolyte material, and proton conductive polymer electrolyte membrane, membrane electrode assembly and polymer electrolyte fuel cell using the same

Disclosed is an electrolyte material containing a copolymer including a polyvinyl as a main chain, the copolymer including a functional group with proton conductivity; and an alkoxide of Si or Ti as a side chain. By using the electrolyte material, a proton conductive polymer electrolyte membrane with flexibility, high ion conductivity, excellent water resistance, and a small change in size can be obtained. And a polymer electrolyte fuel cell can be provided which has high output and durability by using the electrolyte membrane.

СВЯЗУЮЩИЕ КОМПОЗИЦИИ, СОДЕРЖАЩИЕ ОЛЕФИНОВЫЕ БЛОЧНЫЕ СОПОЛИМЕРЫ, ДЛЯ ФИКСИРУЮЩИХ УСТРОЙСТВ

Изобретение относится к композиции для связующих слоев и к фиксирующим устройствам, в которых используется связующий слой. Связующая композиция имеет плотность от 0,850 г/смдо 0,925 г/сми содержит (a) мультиблочный сополимер этилена и α-олефина, (b) повышающее клейкость вещество, (c) гомополимер этилена, имеющий плотность от 0,90 г/смдо 0,94 г/см, и (d) масло. Связующая композиция по изобретению при использовании ее в качестве связующих слоев в фиксирующих устройствах обеспечивает низкое усилие T-образного отслаивания при сохранении высокой прочности соединения внахлест при сдвиге (например, в течение более чем одного часа). При этом обе соединяемые поверхности остаются неповрежденными в результате разделения. 4 н. и 9 з.п. ф-лы, 2 ил., 5 табл., 9 пр.

СВЯЗУЮЩИЕ КОМПОЗИЦИИ, СОДЕРЖАЩИЕ ОЛЕФИНОВЫЕ БЛОЧНЫЕ СОПОЛИМЕРЫ, ДЛЯ ФИКСИРУЮЩИХ УСТРОЙСТВ

КОМПОЗИЦИЯ ДЛЯ ИЗГОТОВЛЕНИЯ ВСПЕНЕННОЙ ШИНЫ

... 1. Композиция для изготовления вспененной шины, содержащая смесь олефинового блок-сополимера и каучука в качестве полимерной матрицы, сшивающий агент и пенообразователь, при этом олефиновый блок-сополимер является мультиблок-сополимером, который содержит этилен и один или несколько сополимеризуемых α-олефиновых сомономеров в полимеризованной форме и множество блоков или сегментов двух или более полимеризованных мономерных единиц, имеющих различные химические или физические свойства.2. Композиция по п. 1, в которой олефиновый блок-сополимер и каучук присутствуют в количестве 50-80% масс. и 20-50% масс. соответственно относительно общей массы полимерной матрицы.3. Композиция по п. 1, в которой каучук выбран из группы, состоящей из натурального каучука, синтетического каучука и их комбинации.4. Композиция для изготовления вспененной шины, содержащая 100 частей масс, смеси олефинового блок-сополимера и каучука в качестве полимерной матрицы, 0,02-4 частей масс. сшивающего агента и 1-6 частей ...

Elastische Folie sowie Verfahren zur Herstellung eines elastischen Schichtmaterials

Die Erfindung betrifft eine elastische Folie (1) mit einer von Perforationslöchern (2) gebildeten Perforation. Erfindungsgemäß sind die Perforationslöcher (2) im ungedehnten Zustand der elastischen Folie (1) entlang einer bevorzugten Dehnrichtung langgezogen, wobei das Verhältnis der entlang der bevorzugten Dehnrichtung bestimmten Länge zu einer senkrecht dazu bestimmten Breite der Perforationslöcher (2) zumindest 3:2 beträgt, wobei die Bruchdehnung entlang der bevorzugten Dehnrichtung zumindest doppelt so groß ist, wie die senkrecht dazu entlang der Breite der Perforationslöcher (2) bestimmte Bruchdehnung. Die Erfindung betrifft des Weiteren ein Verfahren zur Herstellung eines elastischen Schichtmaterials.

WÄSSRIGE DISPERSION AUF DER BASIS EINES S-EB-S BLOCKCOPOLYMERS UND EINES ÖLS UND SEINE VERWENDUNG ZUR HERSTELLUNG VON FORMKÖRPERN

Absorbent and protective composition containing an elastomeric copolymer

TRANSPORTING NON-AQUEOUS LIQUIDS THROUGH CONDUITS

... 1337073 Reducing friction in non-aqueous liquids SHELL INTERNATIONALE RESEARCH MAATSCHAPPIJ NV 19 April 1971 [22 Jan 1970] 20083/71 Headings C3P and C3R [Also in Division F2] The frictional resistance to transportation of a non-aqueous liquid, particularly a hydrocarbon, is reduced by adding to the liquid a block or graft copolymer of the form AB where block A has an average m.wt. of 50,000 to 10,000,000, block B has an average m.wt. of 500 to 200,000, and A is appreciably more soluble in the liquid than B. The preparation of butadiene-styrene, butadiene-methyl methacrylate and butadieneethylene oxide block polymers of the required B type, by sequential polymerization with lithium butyl as catalyst, is described. Another suitable polymer is obtained by hydrogenating the second of these with a nickel acetatealuminium triethyl catalyst. For test purposes small amounts of the polymers are added to cyclohexane or hexadecane.

FORMED CATCH FOR TANKS

PROCEDURE FOR THE PRODUCTION OF ALKENYL AROMATIC FOAM MATERIALS USING A COMPOSITION FROM ATMOSPHERIC AND ORGANIC GASES AND THEREAFTER MANUFACTURED FOAM MATERIALS

MEDICAL DEVICE

FLEXIBLE FILMS FROM ALPHA OLEFIN/VINYLAROMATI AND/OR ALIPHATIC ONE OR CYCLO-ALIPHATIC ONES VINYL OR VINYLIDENE ONE INTERCPOLYMERS

USE OF A A-TOTALLY ENCLOSED HAFTPROMOTERS IN AN AQUEOUS DETENTION HINGE, WHICH BINDS TWO SUBSTRATES, OF WHICH AT LEAST (TPE TPA) A MATERIAL CONTAINS

Phylon Processes of Making Foam Articles Comprising Ethylene/alpha-Olefins Block Interpolymers

Methods of making a foam article comprise the steps of compressing a foam at an elevated temperature in a mold for shaping the foam; and cooling the mold to a temperature greater than room temperature, wherein the foam comprises at least one ethylene/α-olefin block interpolymer. The foam may further comprise an ethylene vinyl acetate copolymer and an additive such as a filler or a crosslinking agent. The ethylene/α-olefin block interpolymers are a multi-block copolymer comprising at least one soft block and at least one hard block.

Styrene-ethylene/butylene-styrene block copolymer devices

This disclosure describes polymeric devices including a polystyrene-b-poly(ethylene-co-butylene)-b-polystyrene having a styrene content of between 15 wt % and 70 wt %. The polymeric devices include a predetermined structural feature having a dimension of 20 nm to 1 cm. The polymeric devices can have a surface and a bulk volume, and the styrene content of the surface can differ from the styrene content of the bulk volume of the polymeric devices.

POLYPROPYLENE-BASED RESIN COMPOSITION AND FOAM SHEET

Provided is a polypropylene-based resin composition which gives uniform and fine cells and from which a foamed sheet and thermoform excellent in appearance, thermoformability, impact resistance, lightness, stiffness, heat resistance, heat insulating properties, oil resistance and the like can be produced. A polypropylene-based resin composition comprising (X) 5 to 99% by weight of a polypropylene resin having a structure with long chain branches, and (Y) 1 to 95% by weight of a propylene-based block copolymer produced by sequential polymerization, which block copolymer comprises (Y-1) a propylene (co)polymer and (Y-2) a propylene-ethylene copolymer, said resin (X) having properties (X-i) to (X-iv) and said block copolymer (Y) having properties (Y-i) to (Y-v), and the like. 1: A polypropylene-based resin composition comprising:(X) 5 to 99% by weight of a polypropylene resin comprising a structure with long chain branches, and (Y-1) a propylene (co)polymer, and', '(Y-2) a propylene-ethylene copolymer, and wherein said resin (X) has:, '(Y) 1 to 95% by weight of a sequentially polymerized propylene-based block copolymer wherein said resin (Y) comprises(X-i): a melt flow rate (MFR) of 0.1 to 30.0 g/10 minutes,(X-ii): a molecular weight distribution Mw/Mn of 3.0 to 10.0 measured by GPC and Mz/Mw of 2.5 to 10.0, [{'br': None, 'log(MT)≧−0.9×log(MFR)+0.7, or'}, {'br': None, 'MT≧15,'}], '(X-iii): a melt tension (MT) (unit: g) where'}(X-iv): a content of p-xylene soluble components (CXS) at 25° C. of less than 5% by weight based on the total amount of said resin (X), and whereinsaid block copolymer (Y) has:(Y-i): a weight ratio of 50 to 99% of (Y-1) and 1 to 50% of (Y-2) where said ratio is calculated based on the total weight of said block copolymer (Y) regarded as 100% by weight, and(Y-ii): an MFR of said block copolymer (Y) of 0.1 to 200.0 g/10 minutes,(Y-iii): a melting point of said block copolymer (Y) of more than 155° C.,(Y-iv): an ethylene content of said (Y-2) of 11.0 ...

Segmented films with high strength seams

Unitary films and laminates thereof are provided having at least first and second film segments which extend adjacent one another and are permanently joined together. The first and second film segments are joined at an interface, wherein at the interface a tip of the second segment overlaps the first segment in the cross-direction of the film. The film has a thickness “T” at the tip of the second segment, and the second segment has a thickness “t” at a distance T in the cross direction from the tip of the second segment. The ratio T/t is suitably greater than about 3. The unitary films and laminates thereof are well suited, for example, for use as outer covers in personal care articles.

FILMS INCLUDING A COPOLYMER, ARTICLES AND METHODS

A film including poly(vinylidene fluoride) and a block copolymer with at least two endblock polymeric units that are each derived from a first monoethylenically unsaturated monomer selected from a methacrylate, acrylate, styrene, or combination thereof; and at least one midblock polymeric unit is derived from a second monoethylenically unsaturated monomer selected from a methacrylate, acrylate, vinyl ester, or combination thereof, each endblock having a glass transition temperature of at least 50° C., and each midblock having a glass transition temperature no greater than 20° C. The film may further include poly(methyl methacrylate). The film may be a multilayer film with a first outer layer and a second outer layer opposite the first outer layer. The multilayer film may include a multiplicity of interior layers between the first and second outer layers, or the first outer layer may be adjacent to the second outer layer. Articles and methods are also disclosed. 1. A film comprising:poly(vinylidene fluoride), anda first block copolymer with at least two endblock polymeric units that are each derived from a first monoethylenically unsaturated monomer comprising a methacrylate, acrylate, styrene, or combination thereof, wherein each endblock has a glass transition temperature of at least 50° C.; and at least one midblock polymeric unit that is derived from a second monoethylenically unsaturated monomer comprising a methacrylate, acrylate, vinyl ester, or combination thereof, wherein each midblock has a glass transition temperature no greater than 20° C., optionally further comprising poly(methyl methacrylate).2. (canceled)3. The film of claim 1 , wherein the film is comprised of a first outer layer and a second outer layer opposite said first outer layer.4. The film of claim 2 , wherein each of the first outer layer and the second outer layer has a thickness of from 0.1 micrometer to 250 micrometers.5. The film of claim 3 , wherein the film is comprised of at least one ...

POLYMERIZED IONIC LIQUID BLOCK COPOLYMERS AS BATTERY MEMBRANES

The present invention is directed to compositions useful for use in separators for use in lithium ion batteries, and membranes, separators, and devices derived therefrom. 1. A block copolymer comprising at least a first and second block , said second block copolymer comprising a polymerized ionic liquid , said polymerized ionic liquid being stable in the presence of aqueous hydroxide , and wherein said block copolymer composition exhibits at least one region of nanophase separation.2. The block copolymer of claim 1 , wherein at least one region of nanophase separation is characterized by at least one region of a periodic nanostructured lamellar morphology with connected ion-conducting domains.3. The block copolymer of claim 2 , wherein the connected ion-conducting domains extend in three-dimensions throughout the block copolymer.4. The block copolymer of claim 2 , wherein the periodicity of the nanostructured lamellar morphology is characterized by ordered domains having lattice parameter dimensions in the range of about 5 to about 50 nm claim 2 , as measured by small angle X-ray scattering.5. The block copolymer of claim 2 , wherein the block copolymer is a diblock copolymer.6. The block copolymer of claim 2 , wherein the first block comprises polymers or copolymers comprising an acrylate claim 2 , methacrylate claim 2 , styrene claim 2 , or vinylpyridine derivative claim 2 , or a combination thereof.7. The block copolymer of claim 2 , wherein the first block comprises a polymer or copolymer comprising a styrene derivative.8. The block copolymer of claim 2 , wherein the first block comprises a polymer or copolymer comprising an acrylate or methacrylate derivative.10. The block copolymer of claim 9 , wherein Rand Rare both H.11. The block copolymer of claim 9 , wherein both Rand Rare both Calkyl.12. The block copolymer of claim 9 , wherein Rand Rare both H and Rand Rare both methyl.13. The block copolymer of claim 2 , wherein the first block has an average molecular ...

RADICAL-POLYMERIZABLE RESIN COMPOSITION, CURING METHOD THEREOF, METHOD OF PRODUCING SAME, USE OF RADICAL-POLYMERIZABLE RESIN COMPOSITION, AND USE METHOD OF THEREOF

A radical-polymerizable resin composition comprising one or more metal-containing compounds (A) selected from a metal soap (A1) and a β-diketone skeleton-containing metal complex (A2); one or more thiol compounds (B) selected from a secondary thiol compound (B1) and a tertiary thiol compound (B2); and a radical-polymerizable compound (C) can stably cure under a dry condition, in water and in seawater and further on a wet substrate. The radical-polymerizable resin composition is useful as a repairing material for inorganic structure, a radical-polymerizable coating composition, a concrete spall preventing curable material, a reinforcing fiber-containing composite material, etc. 1. A radical-polymerizable resin composition comprising one or more metal-containing compounds (A) selected from a metal soap (A1) and a β-diketone skeleton-containing metal complex (A2); one or more thiol compounds (B) selected from a secondary thiol compound (B1) and a tertiary thiol compound (B2); and a radical-polymerizable compound (C).4. The radical-polymerizable resin composition of claim 2 , wherein Rrepresents a hydrogen atom and the thiol compound (B) is a compound comprising 2 or more mercapto groups bonding to a secondary carbon atom in the molecule.5. The radical-polymerizable resin composition of claim 1 , wherein the total amount of the thiol compound (B) is 0.01 to 10 parts by mass to 100 parts by mass of the radical-polymerizable compound (C).6. The radical-polymerizable resin composition of claim 1 , wherein the molar ratio of the thiol compound (B) to the metal component in the metal-containing compound (A) claim 1 , (B)/(A) claim 1 , is 0.1 to 15.7. The radical-polymerizable resin composition of claim 1 , wherein the radical-polymerizable resin composition comprises a radical polymerization initiator (D).8. The radical-polymerizable resin composition of claim 7 , wherein the radical polymerization initiator (D) is a photoradical polymerization initiator.9. The radical- ...

POLYROTAXANE COMPOSITION AND SENSOR

The present invention provides a sensor that exhibits a small effect on a detection target during detection, a high detection sensitivity, a wide dynamic range for detection, and a small change after repeated detection, as well as a composition suitable for use in the sensor. 1. A polyrotaxane composition comprising two polyrotaxane cyclic molecules crosslinked with a crosslinking agent present between the molecules , wherein the polyrotaxane composition exhibits a hysteresis loss as a mechanical energy loss rate of 10% or less , an elongation at break of 200% or more , an initial Young's modulus of 5 MPa or less , and a relative dielectric constant of 8.0 or more.2. The polyrotaxane composition according to claim 1 , wherein the crosslinking agent is a polymer having no side chain claim 1 , having a number average molecular weight of 500 or more claim 1 , and having functional groups at both ends of the polymer claim 1 , and the functional groups are directly or indirectly bonded to the polyrotaxane cyclic molecules.3. The polyrotaxane composition according to claim 2 , wherein the polymer is polyether or polyester.4. The polyrotaxane composition according to claim 3 , wherein the polymer is polytetramethylene ether glycol.5. A sensor comprising a film formed of the polyrotaxane composition according to claim 1 , and elastomer-made electrode layers disposed on both surfaces of the film.6. The sensor according to claim 5 , wherein a hysteresis loss of a change in capacitance is 0.5% or less during expansion and contraction of the sensor. The present invention relates to a polyrotaxane composition and a sensor formed of the composition.A polyrotaxane is a molecular assembly having a structure wherein a linear molecule slidably penetrates through a cyclic molecule, and the cyclic molecule is prevented from being removed by blocking groups disposed at both ends of the linear molecule (Patent Document 1). A composition containing a polyrotaxane is expected to be used in ...

Process for Reducing the Assembly Time of Ordered Films of Block Copolymer

The present invention relates to a process for reducing the assembly time comprising a block copolymer (BCP). The invention also relates to the compositions used to obtain these ordered films and to the resulting ordered films that can be used in particular as masks in the lithography field. 1. A process for reducing the assembly time of an ordered film of block copolymer , said ordered film comprising a mixture of at least one block copolymer having an order-disorder transition temperature (TODT) and at least one Tg with at least one compound not having a TODT , wherein said compound is selected from the group consisting of block-copolymers , light or heat stabilizers , photo-initiators , polymeric ionic compounds , non-polymeric compounds , homopolymers , and statistical copolymers , this mixture having a TODT below the TODT of the block copolymer alone , the process comprising the steps of:mixing at least one block copolymer having a TODT and at least one compound not having a TODT, in a solvent to form a mixture;depositing the mixture on a surface; andcuring the mixture deposited on the surface at a temperature between the highest Tg of the block copolymer and the TODT of the mixture.2. The process according to claim 1 , wherein the block copolymer having a TODT is a diblock copolymer.3. The process according to claim 2 , wherein one of the blocks of the diblock copolymer comprises a styrene monomer and the other block comprises a methacrylic monomer.4. The process according to claim 3 , wherein one of the blocks of the diblock copolymer comprises styrene and the other block comprises methyl methacrylate.5. The process according to claim 1 , wherein the block copolymer not having a TODT is a diblock copolymer.6. The process according to claim 5 , wherein one of the blocks of the diblock copolymer comprises a styrene monomer and the other block comprises a methacrylic monomer.7. The process according to claim 6 , wherein which one of the blocks of the diblock ...

METHOD FOR PREPARING NANO-PATTERN, AND NANO-PATTERN PREPARED THEREFROM

Provided are a method for manufacturing a nano-pattern including: increasing a temperature of a self-assembling material applied on a substrate through light irradiation to form a self-assembly pattern, and a nano-pattern manufactured thereby. More particularly, the present invention relates to a method for manufacturing a nano-pattern capable of implementing various circuit patterns through simple dragging without using a photoresist pattern or chemical pattern in advance, implementing the nano-pattern on a substrate having a three-dimensional structure such as a flexible substrate as well as a flat substrate, and performing a process without a specific environmental restriction. In addition, the present invention relates to a method for manufacturing a nano-pattern capable of forming a large-area self-assembly pattern within a very short time, that is, several to several ten milliseconds (ms) by instantly irradiating high-energy flash light to instantly perform thermal annealing. 1. A method for manufacturing a nano-pattern , the method comprising: increasing a temperature of a self-assembling material applied on a substrate through light irradiation to form a self-assembly pattern.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein directed self-assembly is induced after a complete disordered state is made by inducing χN (here claim 1 , χ is a Flory-Huggins interaction parameter claim 1 , and N is a degree of polymerization of a polymer in the self-assembling material) of the self-assembling material to be 10.5 or less in a region irradiated with light.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein the light includes laser light.4. The method of claim 2 , wherein the light is irradiated to the self-assembling material in a three-dimensional movement of a light source.5. The method of claim 4 , wherein the nano-pattern is formed by irradiating light while locally moving light.6. The method of claim 2 , wherein an energy density of the light is 0.001 to 200 claim 2 ,000 W/mm.7. The method of ...

GERM-REPELLENT ELASTOMER

The present invention provides a germ-repellent elastomer comprising: a base polymer selected from latex, synthetic rubber, thermoplastic elastomers, or copolymers or mixtures thereof; and at least one germ-repelling modifier selected from one or more polyethoxylated non-ionic surfactants such that a highly hydrophilic moiety is imparted from the at least one germ-repelling modifier to the base polymer either by physical or reaction extrusion. 1. A germ-repellent elastomer comprising:a base polymer selected from latex, synthetic rubber, thermoplastic elastomers, or copolymers or mixtures thereof; andat least one germ-repelling modifier selected from one or more polyethoxylated non-ionic surfactants such that a highly hydrophilic moiety is imparted from the at least one germ-repelling modifier to the base polymer either by physical or reaction extrusion.2. The germ-repellent elastomer according to claim 1 , wherein the base polymer is thermoplastics elastomers.3. The germ-repellent elastomer according to claim 1 , wherein the base polymer is thermoplastics polyurethane.4. The germ-repellent elastomer according to claim 1 , wherein the base polymer is styrene ethylene butylene styrene.5. The germ-repellent elastomer according to claim 1 , wherein the base polymer is liquid silicon rubber.6. The germ-repellent elastomer according to claim 1 , wherein the base polymer is high consistency rubber.7. The germ-repellent elastomer according to claim 1 , wherein the one or more polyethoxylated non-ionic surfactants is/are selected from the group consisting of polyethylene glycol claim 1 , alcohol ethoxylate claim 1 , isocyanate claim 1 , allyoxy group claim 1 , siloxane claim 1 , polyether modified silicone claim 1 , polysorbates claim 1 , and any derviatives claim 1 , copolymers claim 1 , or mixtures thereof.8. The germ-repellent elastomer according to claim 1 , wherein each of the polyethoxylated non-ionic surfactants has a hydrophilic-lipophilic balance number from 8 to 16 ...

METHOD OF PRODUCING PURIFIED PRODUCT OF RESIN COMPOSITION FOR FORMING A PHASE-SEPARATED STRUCTURE, PURIFIED PRODUCT OF RESIN COMPOSITION FOR FORMING A PHASE-SEPARATED STRUCTURE, AND METHOD OF PRODUCING STRUCTURE CONTAINING PHASE-SEPARATED STRUCTURE

A method of producing a purified product of a resin composition for forming a phase-separated structure, the method including subjecting a resin composition for forming a phase-separated structure to filtration using a filter having a porous structure in which adjacent spherical cells are mutually communicating, the filter being provided with a porous membrane containing at least one resin selected from the group consisting of polyimide and polyamideimide, and the resin composition for forming a phase-separated structure including a block copolymer and an organic solvent component. 1. A method of producing a purified product of a resin composition for forming a phase-separated structure , the method comprising:subjecting a resin composition for forming a phase-separated structure to filtration using a filter having a porous structure in which adjacent spherical cells are mutually communicating,wherein the filter is provided with a porous membrane containing at least one resin selected from the group consisting of polyimide and polyamideimide, andthe resin composition for forming a phase-separated structure comprises a block copolymer and an organic solvent component.2. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the average diameter of the spherical cells is 10 to 500 nm.3. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the porous structure comprises communicating pores having an average pore diameter of 0.01 to 50 nm as determined by BET method.4. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the filter is provided with a polyimide porous membrane.5. The method according to claim 1 , further comprising:after subjecting a resin composition for forming a phase-separated structure to filtration, further subjecting the resin composition for forming a phase-separated structure to filtration using a filter provided with a porous membrane comprising a polyamide resin.6. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the resin composition for forming a phase-separated structure further ...

PROCESS FOR THE PREPARATION OF AN AQUEOUS EMULSION OF A MIDBLOCK SULFONATED BLOCK COPOLYMER

The present invention provides an aqueous emulsion and a process for preparing an aqueous emulsion of a midblock sulfonated styrenic block copolymer comprising at least two non-sulfonated polymer end-blocks A and at least one 5 sulfonated block B comprising the steps of providing a cement of a midblock sulfonated styrenic block copolymer in a non-polar solvent wherein the non-polar solvent is a hydrocarbon compound comprising from 5 to 12 carbon atoms with a boiling point of less than 100 degree Celsius or mixture of such compounds, mixing the cement with a co-solvent to form a mixture, emulsifying the mixture optionally in the 10 presence of an emulsifier with water to produce an emulsion, and removing the hydrocarbon solvent and optionally the co-solvent from the emulsion to produce the aqueous emulsion. The resulting emulsion of the midblock sulfonated styrenic block copolymer has relatively small particle diameters. 1. A process for preparing an aqueous emulsion of a midblock sulfonated styrenic block copolymer comprising at least two non-sulfonated polymer end-blocks A and at least one sulfonated block B , comprising the following steps:a) providing a cement of said midblock sulfonated styrenic block copolymer in a non-polar solvent, wherein the non-polar solvent is a hydrocarbon compound comprising from 5 to 12 carbon atoms with a boiling point of less than 100° C. or mixture of such compounds;b) mixing the cement of step a) with a co-solvent to form a mixture;c) emulsifying the mixture of step b), optionally in the presence of an emulsifier, with water to produce an emulsion;d) removing the hydrocarbon solvent and optionally the co-solvent from the emulsion to produce the aqueous emulsion,whereinthe non-polar solvent has a Hansen polarity parameter (p) smaller than 2.0 (expressed in √MPa), and the co-solvent is a polar aprotic solvent or polar protic solvent with a Hansen polarity parameter (δp) in the range of 2.8 to 15, and a Hansen hydrogen bonding ...

Process For The Preparation of An Aqueous Emulsion of A Midblock Sulfonated Block Copolymer

The present invention concerns aqueous emulsions and a process for preparing aqueous emulsions of a midblock sulfonated styrenic block copolymer comprising at least two non-sulfonated polymer end-blocks A and at least one sulfonated block B, comprising the steps of providing a cement of a midblock sulfonated styrenic block copolymer in the apolar solvent, mixing the cement with a co-solvent to form a mixture, emulsifying the mixture in the absence of a surfactant with water to produce an emulsion, and removing the hydrocarbon solvent and any optional co-solvent from the emulsion to produce the aqueous emulsion. The resulting emulsion of the midblock sulfonated styrenic block copolymer has relatively small particle diameters. 2. The process of claim 1 , wherein the co-solvent has a Hansen polarity parameter (δP) in the range of 5.0 to 12 (expressed in √MPa).3. The process of claim 1 , wherein the co-solvent is selected from MEK claim 1 , 1-propanol claim 1 , or THF claim 1 , preferably 1-propanol.4. The process of claim 1 , wherein the co-solvent has a boiling point of at most 99° C.5. The process of claim 1 , wherein the midblock sulfonated block copolymers are either linear or branched claim 1 , and preferably have the general configuration A-B-A claim 1 , (A-B)(A) claim 1 , (A-B-A) claim 1 , (A-B-A)X claim 1 , (A-B)X claim 1 , A-B-D-B-A claim 1 , A-D-B-D-A claim 1 , (A-D-B)(A) claim 1 , (A-B-D)(A) claim 1 , (A-B-D)X claim 1 , (A-D-B)X or mixtures thereof claim 1 , where n is an integer from 2 to about 30 claim 1 , X is coupling agent residue claim 1 , wherein A represents the non-sulfonated styrenic polymer end-block claim 1 , B represents the interior styrenic polymer block carrying sulfonyl groups and/or derivatives thereof claim 1 , and D represents an interior polymer block D that has a glass transition temperature of less than 20° C.6. The process of claim 5 , wherein the midblock sulfonated block copolymer is linear and has the structures A-B-A claim 5 , (A- ...

SEGMENTED FILM AND METHOD OF MAKING THE SAME

A film having first and second segments arranged along the film's width direction. The second segments are more elastic than the first segments. The first segments can include a polymer and a diluent that is miscible with the polymer at a temperature above a melting temperature of the polymer but that phase separates from the polymer at a temperature below a crystallization temperature of the polymer, or the first segments can include at least one of a beta-nucleating agent or thermally induced phase separation caused by a diluent. Laminates and absorbent articles including such films are also disclosed. A method of making the film is also described. 1. A film comprising first and second segments arranged along the film's width direction , wherein the second segments are more elastic than the first segments , and wherein the first segments comprise a first polymeric composition comprising a polymer and a diluent that is miscible with the polymer at a temperature above a melting temperature of the polymer but that phase separates from the polymer at a temperature below a crystallization temperature of the polymer.2. A film comprising first and second segments arranged along the film's width direction , wherein the second segments are more elastic than the first segments , and wherein the first segments comprise a first polymeric composition comprising at least one of a beta-nucleating agent or thermally induced phase separation caused by a diluent , and wherein when the first polymeric composition includes the beta-nucleating agent , the first segments do not include upstanding posts.3. The film of claim 2 , wherein the first segments comprise thermally induced phase separation caused by a diluent.4. The film of claim 1 , wherein the first segments are microporous.5. The film of claim 1 , wherein the first and second segments are alternating side-by-side stripes comprising the first polymeric composition and an elastic polymeric composition claim 1 , respectively ...

FOAMABLE COMPOSITIONS, FOAMS AND ARTICLES THEREOF

A foamable composition comprising at least an olefin block copolymer, an olefin copolymer, an oil, a blowing agent and a crosslinking agent is provided. The olefin block copolymer has a Mw/Mn from 1.7 to 3.5, and at least one melting point, Tm, in degrees Celsius, and a density, d, in gram/cubic centimeter, wherein the numerical values of Tm and d correspond to the relationship: Tm>−2002.9+4538.5(d)−2422.2(d). Foams, laminates, articles and wetsuits made from the foams are also provided. 1. A foamable composition comprising: {'br': None, 'i': Tm>−', 'd', 'd, 'sup': '2', '2002.9+4538.5()−2422.2();'}, 'a) one or more olefin block copolymers having a Mw/Mn from 1.7 to 3.5, and at least one melting point, Tm, in degrees Celsius, and a density, d, in grams/cubic centimeter, wherein the numerical values of Tm and d correspond to the relationshipb) one or more olefin copolymers;c) an oil;d) a crosslinking agent; and,e) a blowing agent.2. The foamable composition of wherein one or more of the olefin block copolymers is mesophase separated and has a delta comonomer of greater than 18.5 mol %.3. The foamable composition of wherein the olefin copolymer comprises ethylene-propylene-diene monomer rubber and/or an ethylene/α-olefin copolymer.4. The foamable composition of whereina) the olefin block copolymer is present in an amount of 5 wt % to 40 wt %, preferably 10 wt % to 30 wt %, more preferably 10 wt % to 25 wt %;b) the ethylene-propylene-diene-monomer rubber is present in an amount of 5 wt % to 40 wt %, preferably 5 wt % to 30 wt %;c) the mineral oil is present in an amount of 15 wt % to 45 wt %, preferably 20 wt % to 40 wt %, more preferably 25 wt % to 35 wt %;d) the crosslinking agent is present in an amount of 1-6 phr, preferably 2-5 phr;e) the blowing agent is present in an amount of 1-8 phr, preferably 2-6.5. A foam made from the foamable composition of .6. The foam of having a density of 0.05 g/cc to 0.2 g/cc claim 5 , a 60% modulus of 0.60 Kg/cmto 1.50 Kg/cm claim 5 ...

SEAM TAPE AND METHODS OF MANUFACTURE AND USE THEREOF

Provided herein are seam tapes and related methods. The seam tapes can be compatible with polyolefin-based waterproof/breathable (w/b) membranes, including polypropylene (PP) w/b membranes and/or polyethylene (PE) w/b membranes. Also provided are seams sealed by means of these seam tapes, as well as materials, fabrics, and garments including one or more of these sealed seams. 1. A seam tape adapted to prevent leakage through holes made in a seam during stitching , comprising:a microporous polyolefin film made by a dry-stretch process and including a plurality of pores having a substantially round shape,wherein the microporous polyolefin film exhibits a ratio of machine direction tensile strength to transverse direction tensile strength of from 0.5 to 5.0, andan optional adhesive disposed on one side of the microporous polyolefin film.2. The seam tape of claim 1 , wherein the polyolefin has a melt temperature of from 80° C. to 175° C.3. The seam tape of claim 2 , wherein the polyolefin has a melt temperature of from 80° C. to 120° C.4. The seam tape of claim 2 , wherein the polyolefin has a melt temperature of from 155° C. to 175° C.5. The seam tape of claim 1 , wherein the polyolefin comprises polypropylene claim 1 , polyethylene claim 1 , or a combination thereof.6. The seam tape of claim 5 , wherein the polyolefin comprises impact copolymer polypropylene.7. The seam tape of claim 5 , wherein the polyolefin comprises a polypropylene polyethylene block copolymer.8. The seam tape of claim 5 , wherein the polyolefin comprises metallocene polyethylene.9. The seam tape of claim 1 , wherein the plurality of pores have an average pore size of from 0.03 microns to 0.50 microns and an aspect ratio of from 0.75 to 1.25; and wherein the microporous polyolefin film has a porosity of from 20% to 80% and a TD tensile strength of at least 175 kg/cm.10. The seam tape of claim 1 , wherein the microporous polyolefin film has a porosity of from 40% to 90% claim 1 , a JIS Gurley of ...

Foam Bead and Sintered Foam Structure

The present disclosure provides a foam bead. The foam bead contains at least one of the following components: (A) a block composite; and/or (B) a crystalline block composite. The present disclosure also provides a sintered foam structure formed from a composition comprising at least one of the following components: (A) a block composite; and/or (B) a crystalline block composite. 1. A foam bead comprising at least one of the following components:(A) a block composite; and/or(B) a crystalline block composite.2. The foam bead of comprising (A) the block composite.3. The foam bead of comprising (B) the crystalline block composite.4. The foam bead of claim 1 , wherein the foam bead has a weight ratio of (A) the block composite and (B) the crystalline block composite of from 0.25:1.0 to 4.0:1.0.5. The foam bead of claim 1 , wherein the foam bead has two melting peaks.6. The foam bead of claim 1 , wherein the foam bead has a first melting peak (Tm1) and a second melting peak (Tm2) claim 1 , and the difference between Tm1and Tm2is greater than claim 1 , or equal to claim 1 , 20° C.7. A sintered foam structure formed from a composition comprising at least one of the following components:(A) a block composite; and/or(B) a crystalline block composite.8. The sintered foam structure of claim 7 , wherein the sintered foam structure has a foam density of less than 0.20 g/cc; and a linear shrinkage of less than claim 7 , or equal to claim 7 , 1.0%.9. The sintered foam structure of comprising (A) the block composite.10. The sintered foam structure of claim 7 , wherein the sintered foam structure has a Type C Tear from 4.5 N/mm to 15 N/mm; and an average stress at break greater than claim 7 , or equal to claim 7 , 0.50 MPa. The present disclosure relates to polyolefin foams, and further polypropylene-based polymer foams. Polyolefin foams are conventionally utilized in footwear components, such as midsole applications. Crosslinked ethylene-based polymers including ethylene vinyl ...

Method for producing polymer latex

A method for producing a polymer latex, includes: a stirring step of adding water to a polymer solution obtained by dissolution of a synthetic rubber in an organic solvent, to allow water to be stirred in the polymer solution, thereby providing a water-stirred polymer solution (A); an aqueous phase removal step of removing an aqueous phase from the water-stirred polymer solution (A), thereby providing an aqueous phase-removed polymer solution (B); an emulsification step of mixing the aqueous phase-removed polymer solution (B) with an aqueous solution including a surfactant, for emulsification in water, thereby obtaining an emulsified liquid (C); a solvent removal step of removing an organic solvent in the emulsified liquid (C); and a concentration step of concentrating the emulsified liquid from which the organic solvent is removed (D).

Thermoplastic elastomer hydrogels

Provided herein is a block copolymer hydrogel, comprising a glass formed from a dry blend of polystyrene-poly(ethylene oxide) diblock copolymer (SO) and polystyrene-poly(ethylene oxide)-polystyrene triblock copolymer (SOS) in a molar ratio from between 95:5 and 1:99 SO/SOS and a liquid medium at a concentration between about 32:1 and about 2:1 liquid medium/SO—SOS by weight. The block copolymer hydrogel has a fatigue resistance to at least 500,000 compression cycles. Also provided are methods for forming the hydrogel.

Expanded Particle Molded Article

The present invention is concerned with an expanded beads molded article of expanded beads comprising a crosslinked multi-block copolymer containing a polyethylene block and an ethylene/α-olefin copolymer block, wherein a density is 40 to 150 g/L; a gel fraction by a hot xylene extraction method is 30 to 70% by weight; a tensile elongation is 120% or more; a bead weight of the expanded beads is 0.8 to 8 mg; and the number of expanded beads per unit area on a surface of the expanded beads molded article is 5 to 30 per cm, and is able to provide an expanded beads molded article which is light in weight and favorable in surface properties, fusion bondability, and durability. 1. An expanded beads molded article of expanded beads comprising a crosslinked multi-block copolymer containing a polyethylene block and an ethylene/α-olefin copolymer block , wherein a density of the expanded beads molded article is from 40 to 150 g/L; a gel fraction of the expanded beads molded article by a hot xylene extraction method is from 30 to 70% by weight; a tensile elongation of the expanded beads molded article is 120% or more; a bead weight of the expanded beads is from 0.8 to 8 mg; and the number of expanded beads per unit area on a surface of the expanded beads molded article is from 5 to 30 per cm.2. The expanded beads molded article according to claim 1 , wherein an average cell diameter of the expanded beads molded article is from 50 to 200 μm.3. The expanded beads molded article according to claim 1 , wherein the bead weight of the expanded beads is from 1 to 4 mg.4. The expanded beads molded article according to claim 1 , wherein a type C durometer hardness of a molded article surface of the expanded beads molded article is from 15 to 50.5. The expanded beads molded article according to claim 1 , wherein the expanded beads molded article has a thin-walled part having a minimum thickness of 5 mm or less.6. The expanded beads molded article according to claim 1 , wherein the multi ...

NOVEL HYDROGEL TISSUE EXPANDERS

The present invention provides tissue expanders comprising biodegradable, chemically cross-linked hydrogels which are elastic in the dry state. These biocompatible tissue expanders are self-inflating and membrane-free. They swell slowly and elicit minimal negative tissue responses, while allowing for rapid and easy manipulation by the surgeon at the time of emplacement. 1. A hydrogel , chemically-cross-linked via ester-acrylate bonds , comprising: triblock (PLGA)-(PEG)-(PLGA)copolymers having molecular weights of 1 ,000 to 50 ,000 Da , wherein: the percent ratio of ((molecular weight of total PLGA)/(molecular weight of total copolymer)×100%) for the copolymers is >60%; and each of x , y , and z is independently an integer from 1 to 500.2. The hydrogel of claim 1 , wherein the triblock (PLGA)-(PEG)-(PLGA)copolymers have molecular weights of 2 claim 1 ,000 to 40 claim 1 ,000 Da.3. (canceled)4. The hydrogel of claim 1 , wherein the percent ratio of ((molecular weight of total PLGA)/(molecular weight of total copolymer)×100%) for the copolymers is 95-75%.5. (canceled)6. The hydrogel of claim 1 , wherein the triblock (PLGA)-(PEG)-(PLGA)copolymers comprise 1% to 80% (w/w) of the hydrogel.7. (canceled)8. (canceled)9. The hydrogel of claim 1 , wherein the lactide:glycolide ratio in the (PLGA)x copolymer ranges from about 50:50 to about 99:1.10. (canceled)11. (canceled)12. (canceled)13. The hydrogel of claim 1 , wherein (PLGA)is about 1000 to about 7000 Da claim 1 , (PEG)is about 200 to about 2000 Da claim 1 , and (PLGA)is about 1000 to about 7000 Da.14. (canceled)15. (canceled)16. (canceled)17. The hydrogel of claim 1 , wherein x=z.18. The hydrogel of claim 1 , further comprising (PLGA)- or (PLA)-diacrylates having molecular weights of 1 claim 1 ,000 to 200 claim 1 ,000 Da.19. (canceled)20. (canceled)21. The hydrogel of claim 18 , wherein the concentration of the (PLGA)- or (PLA)-diacrylates is 1% to 30% (w/w) of the hydrogel.22. (canceled)23. (canceled)24. The hydrogel of ...

Polymeric composition absorbing, comprising and releasing an odoriferous active compound, method for preparing it and its use

The present invention relates to a composition comprising a polymeric elastomeric phase and an odoriferous active compound. 1. A composition comprising:an elastomeric phase of macromolecular sequences having a flexible nature with a glass transition temperature of less than 20° C.; andat least one active ingredient as odoriferous active compound which is an organic molecule having a molecular weight of at least 16 g/mol and an odour threshold value in air of at least 0.5 ppb;wherein the elastomeric phase of macromolecular sequences is formed from blocks of a block copolymer.2. The composition according to claim 1 , wherein said elastomeric phase of macromolecular sequences is formed from blocks of an acrylic block copolymer.3. The composition according to claim 1 , wherein the composition comprises at least 1 ppm of the organic molecule as active ingredient or odoriferous active compound relative by weight to the block copolymer.4. The composition according to claim 1 , wherein the composition comprises more than 11.5 parts relative by weight of active ingredient to 100 parts of the block copolymer.5. The composition according to claim 1 , wherein the quantity of active ingredient is between 11.5 parts and 300 parts by weight relative to 100 parts of the block copolymer.6. The composition according to claim 1 , wherein said block copolymer has general formula (A)B wherein:is an integer greater than or equal to 1;A is an acrylic or methacrylic or styrenic homo- or copolymer having a Tg of greater than 50° C., or polystyrene, or an acrylic/styrene or methacrylic/styrene copolymer; andB is an acrylic or methacrylic or homo- or copolymer having a Tg of less than 20° C.7. The composition according to any of to claim 1 , characterized that said block copolymer is chosen from the triblock copolymers pMMA-pBuA-pMMA claim 1 , p(MMAcoMAA)-pBuA-p(MMAcoMAA) claim 1 , pMMA-p(BuAcoSty)-pMMA claim 1 , p(MMAcoMAA)-p(BuAcoSty)-p(MMAcoMAA) or pMMA-p(BuAcoAA)-pMMA.8. The composition ...

POLYMER MATERIAL FOR SELF-ASSEMBLY, SELF-ASSEMBLED FILM, METHOD FOR PRODUCING SELF-ASSEMBLED FILM, PATTERN, AND METHOD FOR FORMING PATTERN

Provided is a polymer material for self-assembly, a self-assembled film, a method for producing a self-assembled film, a pattern, and a method for forming a pattern all of which are capable of reducing defects based on faulty microscopic phase separation sites and capable of forming a fine, minute pattern. The polymer material for self-assembly of the present invention contains a multi-block copolymer of a triblock copolymer or more containing a first polymer block containing a structural unit having a specific structure and a second polymer block containing a structural unit having a specific structure. The first polymer block and the second polymer block are coupled with each other. 2. The polymer material for self-assembly according to claim 1 , wherein the multi-block copolymer is a triblock copolymer or a tetrablock copolymer.3. The polymer material for self-assembly according to claim 1 , wherein the multi-block copolymer is a tetrablock copolymer.4. The polymer material for self-assembly according to claim 1 , wherein the multi-block copolymer is copolymerized by living anionic polymerization.5. The polymer material for self-assembly according to claim 1 , wherein the multi-block copolymer has a number average molecular weight of 3 claim 1 ,000 or higher and 50 claim 1 ,000 or lower.6. A self-assembled film obtained by using the polymer material for self-assembly according to .7. The self-assembled film according to claim 6 , wherein a top coating agent is applied onto a surface thereof.8. A method for producing a self-assembled film claim 1 , the method comprising forming a self-assembled film using the polymer material for self-assembly according to .9. The method for producing a self-assembled film according to claim 8 , wherein the self-assembled film is formed within a guide pattern.10. The method for producing a self-assembled film according to claim 8 , further comprising applying a top coating agent onto the self-assembled film.11. A pattern formed by ...

Method for manufacturing foam-molded article, and foam-molded article

A foam-molded article has high weldability to a polypropylene-based resin molded article, a high expansion ratio, and a predetermined level of impact resistance despite using inexpensive polyethylene-based resin. The foam-molded article includes a foamed and molded base material resin in which a first polyethylene-based resin, a second polyethylene-based resin, and a polypropylene-based resin are mixed. The first polyethylene-based resin has a long-chain branched structure and a density of 0.920 g/cm 3 or more. The second polyethylene-based resin is manufactured by a low pressure slurry method, and has a long-chain branched structure and a density of 0.920 g/cm 3 or less. The second polyethylene-based resin has a melt tensile force of 70 mN or more at 160° C. The polypropylene-based resin has a compounding ratio of 20% or more by weight of the base material resin.

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR FORMING A PERIODIC PATTERN USING A SELF-ASSEMBLED BLOCK COPOLYMER

A method for causing a first polymer and a second polymer of a block copolymer to be self-assembled on an underlayer film and forming a periodic pattern in a guide layer is provided. The method includes a first etching process of etching the second polymer by plasma generated from a first gas, a first film deposition process of depositing a first protective film on surfaces of the first polymer and the guide layer except for an etched portion of the second polymer by plasma generated from a second gas after the first etching process, and a second etching process of further etching the second polymer by the plasma generated from the first gas after the first film deposition process. 1. A method for causing a first polymer and a second polymer of a block copolymer to be self-assembled on an underlayer film and forming a periodic pattern in a guide layer , comprising steps of:etching the second polymer by plasma generated from a first gas;depositing a first protective film on surfaces of the first polymer and the guide layer except for an etched portion of the second polymer by plasma generated from a second gas after the step of etching the second polymer; andfurther etching the second polymer by the plasma generated from the first gas after the step of depositing the first protective film.2. The method as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the second gas is introduce into a chamber in which a pressure is controlled to be 10 to 50 mTorr (=1333.22 to 6666.1 Pa) in the step of depositing the first protective film.3. The method as claimed in claim 1 , further comprising steps of:etching the underlayer film by plasma generated from a third gas after the step of further etching the second polymer; anddepositing a second protective film on the surfaces of the first polymer and the guide layer from plasma generated from a fourth gas before or in the middle of the step of etching the underlayer film.4. The method as claimed in claim 3 , wherein the second protective film is ...

TRIBLOCK COPOLYMER BASED ANION EXCHANGE MEMBRANES (AEMs) AS SEPARATORS IN ELECTROCHEMICAL DEVICES

The present disclosure is directed to triblock copolymer based anion exchange membranes (AEMs) and methods for making same. The membranes are useful as separators in electrochemical devices, such as fuel cells, electrolyzers, and redox flow batteries. 1. An anion exchange membrane (AEM) comprising:a chloromethylated polystyrene-block-poly(ethylene-ran-butylene)-block-polystyrene (SEBS) triblock copolymer; andone or more functionalizing cations.2. The AEM of claim 1 , wherein the one or more functionalizing cations comprise at least one trimethylamine (TMA) cation.3. The AEM of claim 1 , wherein a molar ratio of styrene to rubber is from about 30:70 to about 55:45.4. The AEM of claim 1 , wherein a perm-selectivity is at least about 70%.5. The AEM of claim 1 , wherein a current efficiency of a redox flow battery including the AEM is at least about 97%.6. The AEM of claim 1 , having a chloride ion conductivity at 70° C. of less than about 30 mS/cm.7. The AEM of claim 1 , having an ion exchange capacity of less than about 1.75 mmol/g.8. A method for preparing an anion exchange membrane (AEM) comprising:chloromethylating a polystyrene-block-poly(ethylene-ran-butylene)-block-polystyrene (SEBS) triblock copolymer; andfunctionalizing the SEBS triblock copolymer with at least one cation.9. The method of claim 8 , wherein the chloromethylating comprisesdissolving the SEBS triblock copolymer in chlorobenzene; andevaporating the chlorobenzene at about 60° C.10. The method of claim 8 , wherein the functionalizing is conducted at about 30° C. and for about 2 days.11. The method of claim 8 , wherein the at least one cation is a trimethylamine (TMA) cation.12. The method of claim 8 , further comprising increasing a rigidity of the SEBS triblock polymer by increasing a molar ratio of styrene to rubber.13. The method of claim 8 , further comprising increasing an elasticity of the SEBS triblock polymer by decreasing a molar ratio of styrene to rubber.14. A separator for an ...

Mechanisms of local stress sensing in multifunctional polymer films using fluorescent tetrapod nanocrystals

Nanoscale stress-sensing can be used across fields ranging from detection of incipient cracks in structural mechanics to monitoring forces in biological tissues. We demonstrate how tetrapod quantum dots (tQDs) embedded in block-copolymers act as sensors of tensile/compressive stress. Remarkably, tQDs can detect their own composite dispersion and mechanical properties, with a switch in optomechanical response when tQDs are in direct contact. Using experimental characterizations, atomistic simulations and finite-element analyses, we show that under tensile stress, densely-packed tQDs exhibit a photoluminescence peak shifted to higher energies (“blue-shift”) due to volumetric compressive stress in their core; loosely-packed tQDs exhibit a peak shifted to lower energies (“red-shift”) from tensile stress in the core. The stress-shifts result from the tQD's unique branched morphology in which the CdS arms act as antennas that amplify the stress in the CdSe core. Our nanocomposites exhibit excellent cyclability and scalability with no degraded properties of the host polymer. Colloidal tQDs allow sensing in many materials to potentially enable auto-responsive, smart structural nanocomposites that self-predict impending fracture. 1. A stress sensing nanocomposite comprising:a polymer film further comprising a plurality of aggregated fluorescent tetrapod nanocrystals.2. The nanocomposite of claim 1 , wherein the aggregated fluorescent tetrapod nanocrystals comprise aggregated tetrapod quantum dots (tQDs).3. The nanocomposite of claim 2 , wherein a volume ratio of tQD/polymer defined by a tQD aggregate fill fraction or a packing density in the aggregated tQDs is approximately between 40%-50%±5% for a compression-sensing nanocomposite and 20%-30%±2% for a tension-sensing nanocomposite.4. The nanocomposite of claim 3 , wherein a volume ratio of tQD/polymer defined by a tQD aggregate fill fraction or a packing density in the aggregated tQDs is approximately 50%±5% for a ...

3D Printable Biodegradable Polymer Composite

A printable biodegradable polymer composite comprises PGSA, biodegradable photo-initiator and material selected from the group consisting PCL-DA and PEG-DA being uniformly blended together. By adjusting blending ratio of the present invention, the elasticity, mechanical properties and degradation patterns of the present invention may be adjusted for producing various tissue, organ or related bio-product by 3D-printing. 1. A 3D printable biodegradable polymer composite comprising:poly(glycerol sebacate acrylate);a photo-initiator;a material selected from a group consisting of polycaprolactone-diacrylate and polyethyleneglycol-diacrylate; anda degree of acrylation of poly(glycerol sebacate acrylate) is at a range of 5%˜60%.2. The 3D printable biodegradable polymer composite as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the 3D printable biodegradable polymer composite comprises poly(glycerol sebacate acrylate) 60˜90 wt % and polycaprolactone-diacrylate 10˜40%.3. The 3D printable biodegradable polymer composite as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the 3D printable biodegradable polymer composite comprises poly(glycerol sebacate acrylate) 30˜70 wt % and polyethyleneglycol-diacrylate 30˜70%.4. The 3D printable biodegradable polymer composite as claimed in claim 2 , wherein the 3D printable biodegradable polymer composite comprises poly(glycerol sebacate acrylate) 30˜70 wt % and polyethyleneglycol-diacrylate 30˜70%.5. The 3D printable biodegradable polymer composite as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the 3D printable biodegradable polymer composite comprises poly(glycerol sebacate acrylate) 30˜50 wt % claim 1 , polycaprolactone-diacrylate 30˜40% and polyethyleneglycol-diacrylate 20˜30 wt %.6. The 3D printable biodegradable polymer composite as claimed in claim 2 , wherein the 3D printable biodegradable polymer composite comprises poly(glycerol sebacate acrylate) 30˜50 wt % claim 2 , polycaprolactone-diacrylate 30˜40% and polyethyleneglycol-diacrylate 20˜30 wt %.7. The 3D printable biodegradable ...

PHOTOTUNABLE THERMOPLASTIC ELASTOMER HYDROGEL NETWORKS

Provided herein is a thermoplastic elastomer hydrogel and methods of making such. The hydrogel comprises a glass formed from poly(styrene)-b-poly(ethylene oxide) in which the coronal chain end has been functionalized with photodimerizable groups (AB-photo) and a liquid medium at a concentration between about 32:1 and about 2:1 liquid medium/AB-photo by weight. The hydrogel has a fatigue resistance to at least 500,000 compression cycles. 1. A method for preparing a block copolymer hydrogel , comprising:heating a dry blend of poly(styrene)-b-poly(ethylene oxide) diblock copolymer in which the coronal chain end has been functionalized with photo-dimerizable anthracene groups (SO-anth) to form an SO-anth melt;exposing the SO-anth melt to ultraviolet light (UV light); andcontacting the UV exposed SO-anth melt with a liquid medium to form a block copolymer hydrogel,the block copolymer hydrogel having a fatigue resistance to at least 500,000 compression cycles.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising allowing the SO-anth melt to attain ambient temperature before contacting with liquid medium.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the dry blend is heated to 150° C. and then cooled to a temperature of about 70° C. to about 100° C.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the SO-anth melt is exposed to UV light from about 1 to about 25 minutes.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein the SO-anth glass is exposed to UV light having a wavelength of about 320-380 nm.6. The method of claim 1 , wherein the block copolymer hydrogel has a liquid medium concentration between about 32:1 and 2:1 liquid medium/SO-anth by weight.7. The method of claim 1 , wherein the block copolymer hydrogel has a liquid medium concentration between about 16:1 and about 4:1 liquid medium/SO-anth by weight.8. The method of claim 1 , wherein the liquid medium is selected from an aqueous medium claim 1 , a room-temperature ionic liquid (RTIL) claim 1 , a dialkylcarbonate claim 1 , an alkylenecarbonate claim 1 , or ...

MICRO-PARTICLES CONTAINING A 3-D POLYMERIC STRUCTURE

Micro-sized particles having a polymeric structure of cells are provided. Also provided is a method of producing micro-sized particles having a polymeric structure comprising: (1) forming a homogenous solution by heating a mixture of a high molecular weight polymer and a low molecular weight material, wherein said low molecular weight material makes up at least about 50% by weight of the homogenous solution, (2) forming a dispersed solution by dispersing the homogenous solution formed in step (1) into an inert material, (3) cooling the dispersed solution to cause the high molecular weight polymer to phase separate from the low molecular weight material, (4) forming solid particles comprised of said low molecular weight material trapped inside a structure of cells of said high molecular weight polymer, and (5) removing the solid particles from the dispersed solution. 1. A method of forming a polymeric structure of cells inside micro-sized particles , comprising the steps of:a. forming a homogenous solution by heating a mixture of a high molecular weight polymer having a Mn of at least 20,000 and a low molecular weight material having as Mn of less than 20,000, wherein said low molecular weight polymer makes up at least about 50% by weight of the homogenous solution,b. fuming a dispersed solution by dispersing the homogenous solution formed in step (a) into an inert material, wherein the homogenous solution formed in step (a) is phase separated from the inert material,c. cooling the dispersed solution formed in step (b) to cause the high molecular weight polymer to phase separate from the low molecular weight material,d. forming solid particles comprised of said low molecular weight material trapped inside a structure of cells of said high molecular weight polymer, ande. removing the solid particles formed in step (d) from the dispersed solution.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising removing the low molecular weight material from said solid particles obtained ...

CURABLE COMPOSITIONS COMPRISING UNSATURATED POLYOLEFINS

The present disclosure relates to unsaturated polyolefins and processes for preparing the same. The present disclosure further relates to curable formulations comprising the unsaturated polyolefins that show improved crosslinking. 1. A curable composition comprising (A) a polyolefin component comprising an unsaturated polyolefin of the formula ALthat has a viscosity less than 100 ,000 cP and (B) a curing component comprising a cross-linking agent , wherein:{'sup': '1', 'Lis a polyolefin;'}{'sup': 1', '1', '1', '1', '1', '1', '1', '1', '1, 'sub': 2', '2', '2', '2, 'Ais selected from the group consisting of a vinyl group, a vinylidene group of the formula CH═C(Y)—, a vinylene group of the formula YCH═CH—, a mixture of a vinyl group and a vinylene group of the formula YCH═CH—, a mixture of a vinyl group and a vinylidene group of the formula CH═C(Y)—, a mixture of a vinylidene group of the formula CH═C(Y)— and a vinylene group of the formula YCH═CH—, and a mixture of a vinyl group, a vinylidene group of the formula CH═C(Y)—, and a vinylene group of the formula YCH═CH—; and'}{'sup': '1', 'sub': 1', '30, 'Yat each occurrence independently is a Cto Chydrocarbyl group.'}2. A curable composition comprising (A) a polyolefin component comprising a telechelic polyolefin of the formula ALLAthat has a viscosity less than 100 ,000 cP and (B) a curing component comprising a cross-linking agent , wherein:{'sup': '1', 'Lis a polyolefin;'}{'sup': 1', '1', '1', '1', '1', '1', '1', '1', '1, 'sub': 2', '2', '2', '2, 'Ais selected from the group consisting of a vinyl group, a vinylidene group of the formula CH═C(Y)—, a vinylene group of the formula YCH═CH—, a mixture of a vinyl group and a vinylene group of the formula YCH═CH—, a mixture of a vinyl group and a vinylidene group of the formula CH═C(Y)—, a mixture of a vinylidene group of the formula CH═C(Y)— and a vinylene group of the formula YCH═CH—, and a mixture of a vinyl group, a vinylidene group of the formula CH═C(Y)—, and a ...

POLYMERIZED IONIC LIQUID BLOCK COPOLYMERS AS BATTERY MEMBRANES

The present invention is directed to lithium ion transport media for use in separators in lithium ion batteries, and the membranes, separators, and devices derived therefrom. 1. A lithium ion transport medium comprising a block copolymer comprising a first and second block , wherein(a) the first block comprises a polymerized styrene or vinylpyridine derivative; and (i) a polymerized ionic liquid comprising a tethered ionic liquid cation and a mobile anion; and', '(ii) a lithium ion salt of said mobile anion;, '(b) the second block compriseswherein the cation of the polymerized ionic liquid is tethered to the polymer backbone by a carboalkoxy, carboxylato, carboxyamino, or ether linkage; and wherein said block copolymer exhibits at least one region of nanophase separation.2. The lithium ion transport medium of consisting essentially of a block copolymer comprising a first and second block claim 1 , wherein(a) the first block comprises a polymerized styrene or vinylpyridine derivative; and (i) a polymerized ionic liquid comprising a tethered ionic liquid cation and a mobile anion; and', '(ii) a lithium ion salt of said mobile anion;, '(b) the second block compriseswherein the cation of the polymerized ionic liquid is tethered to the polymer backbone by a carboalkoxy, carboxylato, carboxyamino, or ether linkage and wherein said block copolymer exhibits at least one region of nanophase separation.3. The lithium ion transport medium of claim 1 , wherein at least one region of nanophase separation is characterized by at least one region of a periodic nanostructured lamellar morphology with connected ion-conducting domains:(a) which optionally extend in three-dimensions throughout the block copolymer;(b) whose periodicity is optionally characterized by ordered domains having lattice parameter dimensions in the range of about 5 to about 50 nm, as measured by small angle X-ray scattering; or(c) which are characterized by a combination of (a) and (b).4. The lithium ion ...

Painted Molding Article

The present invention relates to a painted molding article in which a paint composition is painted in a molding part formed of an injection molding thermoplastic resin composition, and the injection molding thermoplastic resin composition comprises: (a) a base resin including polyamide (a-1) and polyphenylene ether (a-2); (b) an impact modifier; and (c) a carbon fibril, wherein the polyamide (a-1) forms a matrix phase of the injection molding thermoplastic resin composition, the polyphenylene ether (a-2) and the impact modifier (b) form a domain phase of the injection molding thermoplastic resin composition, the carbon fibril (c) is dispersed on the domain phase and the matrix phase, the content of the carbon fibril (c) dispersed on the matrix phase is higher than the content of the carbon fibril (c) dispersed on the domain phase, and the ratio of weight of the carbon fibril (c) to weight of the polyamide (a-1) may be 0.006 to 0.03. 1. A painted molded article including a molded part formed of an injection molding thermoplastic resin composition and painted with a paint composition , the injection molding thermoplastic resin composition comprising: (a) a base resin comprising (a-1) a polyamide and (a-2) a polyphenylene ether; (b) an impact modifier; and (c) carbon fibrils ,wherein the polyamide (a-1) forms a matrix phase of the injection molding thermoplastic resin composition, the polyphenylene ether (a-2) and the impact modifier (b) form a domain phase of the injection molding thermoplastic resin composition, the carbon fibrils (c) are dispersed in the domain phase and the matrix phase, the carbon fibrils (c) being dispersed in a higher content in the matrix phase than in the domain phase, and a weight ratio of the carbon fibrils (c) to the polyamide (a-1) ranges from 0.006 to 0.03.2. The painted molded article according to claim 1 , wherein the injection molding thermoplastic resin composition comprises 3 parts by weight to 20 parts by weight of the impact ...

SELF-ORGANIZATION MATERIAL AND PATTERN FORMATION METHOD

A self-organization material according to an embodiment includes a block copolymer and a top coat material. The block copolymer contains a first block and a second block. The second block has a surface free energy higher than that of the first block. The top coat material contains a first portion having a surface free energy higher than that of the first block and lower than that of the second block, and a second portion having a surface free energy lower than that of the first block. The first portion is one of a homopolymer miscible with both the first block and the second block, and a random copolymer having a repeating unit of the first block and a repeating unit of the second block. The second portion is one of an organic siloxane-containing polymer and a fluorine-containing polymer. 1. A self-organization material comprising:a block copolymer containing a first block and a second block, the second block having a surface free energy higher than a surface free energy of the first block;a top coat material which contains a first portion having a surface free energy higher than that of the first block and lower than that of the second block, and a second portion having a surface free energy lower than that of the first block, the first portion being one of a homopolymer miscible with both the first block and the second block, and a random copolymer having a repeating unit of the first block and a repeating unit of the second block, and the second portion being one of an organic siloxane-containing polymer and a fluorine-containing polymer.2. The self-organization material according to claim 1 , wherein the first block is composed of polystyrene claim 1 , and the second block is composed of polyvinylpyridine.3. The self-organization material according to claim 1 , wherein the first portion is a random copolymer having the repeating unit of the first block and the repeating unit of the second block claim 1 , and the second portion is one of the organic siloxane- ...

THERMOPLASTIC ELASTOMER COMPOSITION, FOAMED MATERIAL AND MANUFACTURING METHOD THEREOF

The present invention provides a thermoplastic elastomer composition for foaming. The thermoplastic elastomer composition comprises: (A) an ethylene-based copolymer; (B) an olefin block copolymer; (C) an unsaturated aliphatic rubber; and (D) a crosslinking agent. The olefin block copolymer is different from the ethylene-based copolymer. The weight ratio of the unsaturated aliphatic rubber (C) to the olefin block copolymer (B) is 1:1.5 to 1:5. 1. A thermoplastic elastomer composition for foaming , comprising:(A) an ethylene-based copolymer;(B) an olefin block copolymer, the olefin block copolymer being different from the ethylene-based copolymer;(C) an unsaturated aliphatic rubber; and(D) a crosslinking agent; wherein a weight ratio of the unsaturated aliphatic rubber (C) to the olefin block copolymer (B) is 1:1.5 to 1:5.2. The thermoplastic elastomer composition of claim 1 , comprising 20-45 wt % of the ethylene-based copolymer (A) claim 1 , 30-50 wt % of the olefin block copolymer (B) and 10-25 wt % of the unsaturated aliphatic rubber (C) claim 1 , based on a total weight of the thermoplastic elastomer composition.3. The thermoplastic elastomer composition of claim 1 , wherein the ethylene-based copolymer (A) is selected from an ethylene-based copolymer with a carbonyl group claim 1 , an ethylene-α-olefin random copolymer and a combination thereof.4. The thermoplastic elastomer composition of claim 3 , wherein the ethylene-based copolymer with a carbonyl group is ethylene/vinyl acetate copolymer claim 3 , ethylene/methyl methacrylate copolymer claim 3 , ethylene/butyl methacrylate copolymer claim 3 , ethylene/butyl acrylate copolymer claim 3 , ethylene/ethyl acrylate copolymer claim 3 , ethylene/acrylic acid copolymer claim 3 , ethylene/acrylic acid ionomer or a mixture thereof.5. The thermoplastic elastomer composition of claim 3 , wherein the ethylene-α-olefin random copolymer is ethylene-propylene random copolymer claim 3 , ethylene-1-butene random copolymer ...

FOAM COMPOSITIONS AND USES THEREOF

Components for articles of footwear and athletic equipment are provided including a foam. A variety of foams and foam components and compositions for forming the foams are provided. In some aspects, the foams and components including the foams can have exceptionally high energy return while also having improved durability and softness. In particular, midsoles including the foams are provided for use in an article of footwear. Methods of making the compositions and foams are provided, as well as methods of making an article of footwear including one of the foam components. In some aspects, the foams and foam components can be made by injection molding or injection molding followed by compression molding. 1. A component for an article of footwear , the component comprising the crosslinked reaction product of a first composition , wherein the first composition comprises a first block and a third block, each independently comprising a linear or branched chain aliphatic polymer having a plurality of aromatic groups attached pendantly thereto,', 'a second block located between the first block and the third block and comprising an aliphatic polymer having a plurality of aliphatic side chains attached thereto, and', 'a plurality of first ethylenically unsaturated group present on one or more of the first block, second block, and third block;', 'wherein the block copolymer comprises about 60% to about 90% of the second blocks by weight based upon the weight of the block copolymer;, 'a block copolymer comprising'}an olefinic copolymer comprising a plurality of first olefinic segments and a plurality of second olefinic segments having a different chemical structure from the first olefinic segments;one or more linking polymers, each linking polymer comprising one or more third olefinic segments; andan ethylene-vinyl acetate (EVA) copolymer.wherein a sum of a ratio I, II, III, IV, and V is from about 1.00 to about 10.00;wherein the ratio I is a ratio of a total parts by weight ...

Conductive elastomer composition and molded article of the same

There is provided an elastomer composition having both of a flexibility and a wear resistance at a low temperature, while having a high conductivity, and containing an elastomer component (A) including styrene-based thermoplastic elastomer (a1) and propylene-based elastomer (a2); and containing 10 pts.mass or more and 100 pts.mass or less of a conductivity imparting agent (B), and 10 pts.mass or more and 300 pts.mass of less of a process oil (C) based on 100 pts.mass of the elastomer component (A).

NANOSTRUCTURE AND OPTICAL DEVICE INCLUDING THE NANOSTRUCTURE

Provided are a nanostructure and an optical device including the nanostructure. The nanostructure is formed on a two-dimensional material layer such as graphene and includes nanopatterns having different shapes. The nanopatterns may include a first nanopattern and a second nanopattern and may be spherical; cube-shaped; or poly-pyramid-shaped, including a triangular pyramid shape; or polygonal pillar-shaped. 1. A method of manufacturing a nanostructure , the method comprising:preparing a solvent in which a block copolymer is dissolved;adding a metal precursor to the solvent; andreducing the metal precursor to a plurality of first nanopatterns and a plurality of second nanopatterns, wherein one of a shape and a size of the plurality of second nanopatterns is different from the one of a shape and a size of the plurality of first nanopatterns, by adding a reducing agent to the solvent.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the solvent is a mixture comprising tetrahydrofuran (THF) contained in at least one of toluene claim 1 , xylene claim 1 , and ethylbenzene.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein in the solvent claim 2 , a mixture ratio of toluene claim 2 , xylene or ethylbenzene with respect to the THF is about 10:90 to about 90:10 vol %.4. The method of claim 2 , wherein the block copolymer is PS-b-P4VP claim 2 , and in the solvent claim 2 , a mixture ratio of toluene claim 2 , xylene claim 2 , or ethylbenzene with respect to THF is about 10:90 to about 50:50 vol %.5. The method of claim 2 , wherein the block copolymer is PS-b-P2VP claim 2 , and in the solvent claim 2 , a mixture ratio of toluene claim 2 , xylene claim 2 , or ethylbenzene with respect to THF is about 50:50 to about 90:10 vol %.6. A method of manufacturing a nanostructure claim 2 , the method comprising:forming a metal seed;adding a precursor of nanopatterns and a direction indicator to a solution comprising the metal seed; andforming a plurality of first nanopatterns and a plurality of second nanopatterns, ...

BLOCK COPOLYMERS HAVING AMINE OR PHOSPHINE FUNCTIONALIZED END BLOCKS

Disclosed herein is a functionalized block copolymer comprising (a) at least one end block D comprising on average at least one amino- or phosphino-functionalized polymer unit of formula (I) 2. The functionalized block copolymer of claim 1 , wherein the D block is formed on each of the external ends of the block copolymer.3. The functionalized block copolymer of claim 1 , wherein the at least one end block D is at least 25 wt % of the block copolymer.4. The functionalized block copolymer of claim 1 , wherein the at least one end block D is 15 wt % or less of the total molecular weight of the block copolymer.5. The functionalized block copolymer of claim 1 , wherein the at least one end block D is 3 wt % or the less of total molecular weight of the block copolymer.6. The functionalized block copolymer of claim 1 , wherein the B block comprises segments of conjugated dienes.7. The functionalized block copolymer of claim 6 , wherein at least 50% of the conjugated dienes units are hydrogenated.8. The functionalized block copolymer of claim 7 , wherein the D block comprises 15 wt % or less of the total molecular weight of the block copolymer.9. The functionalized block copolymer of claim 6 , wherein at least 70% of the conjugated dienes units are hydrogenated.10. The functionalized block copolymer of claim 1 , comprising at least one B block claim 1 , wherein the at least one B blocks together are at least 50 wt % of the molecular weight of the block copolymer claim 1 , and wherein 10 to 100% of the functional groups of the block(s) D are in the form of the onium salt.11. A membrane or film comprising the functionalized block copolymer of .12. The functionalized block copolymer of comprising at least one B block claim 1 , wherein the at least one B blocks together are at least 75 wt % of the molecular weight of the block copolymer claim 1 , and wherein the block copolymer is star-branched.13. The functionalized block copolymer of comprising at least one block B claim 1 , ...

SEGMENTED FILMS WITH HIGH STRENGTH SEAMS

Unitary films and laminates thereof are provided having at least first and second film segments which extend adjacent one another and are permanently joined together. The first and second film segments are joined at an interface, wherein at the interface a tip of the second segment overlaps the first segment in the cross-direction of the film. The film has a thickness “T” at the tip of the second segment, and the second segment has a thickness “t” at a distance T in the cross direction from the tip of the second segment. The ratio T/t is suitably greater than about 3. The unitary films and laminates thereof are well suited, for example, for use as outer covers in personal care articles. 1. A method of forming a segmented film , the method comprising:providing first and second polymer compositions to a segmented feedblock;transferring the first and second polymer compositions to a film die;co-extruding a segmented film comprising a first film segment of the first polymer composition and a second film segment of the second polymer composition, the first and second film segments being joined at an interface, wherein at the interface a tip of the second film segment overlaps the first film segment in the cross-direction of the film, and wherein the film has a thickness “T” at the tip of the second film segment, and the second film segment has a thickness “t” at a distance T in the cross direction from the tip of the second film segment, and wherein the ratio T/t is greater than about 3.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the interface is between the first and second film segments and extends substantially in the machine direction of the segmented film.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the ratio T/t ranges from about 3 to about 100.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the first and second polymer compositions flow together in the film die substantially in a cross direction prior to exiting the film die in a machine direction.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein the first and ...

FOAM COMPOSITIONS AND USES THEREOF

Components for articles of footwear and athletic equipment are provided including a foam. A variety of foams and foam components and compositions for forming the foams are provided. In some aspects, the foams and components including the foams can have exceptionally high energy return while also having improved durability and softness. In particular, midsoles including the foams are provided for use in an article of footwear. Methods of making the compositions and foams are provided, as well as methods of making an article of footwear including one of the foam components. In some aspects, the foams and foam components can be made by injection molding or injection molding followed by compression molding. 1. A midsole for an article of footwear comprising a crosslinked and foamed composition made by a process comprising crosslinking and foaming a first composition , wherein the first composition comprises:an A-B-A block copolymer, wherein each of the A blocks comprise styrenic repeat units, the B block is a random copolymer of ethylene and a first alpha-olefin having 3 to 8 carbon atoms, and wherein the A-B-A-block copolymer comprises about 10% to about 40% of the A blocks by weight based upon an entire weight of the A-B-A block copolymer;an olefinic block copolymer, wherein the olefinic block copolymer is a copolymer of ethylene and a second alpha-olefin having about 6 to 12 carbon atoms, and wherein the olefinic block copolymer has one or more blocks rich in the ethylene and one or more blocks rich in the second alpha-olefin; andan ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymer,wherein the midsole has (1) a specific density of about 0.08 to about 0.15, (2) an energy return from about 60% to about 85%, (3) a split tear of about 2.5 kg/cm to about 3.5 kg/cm, and (4) an Asker C hardness of about 40 to about 60.2. The midsole according to claim 1 , wherein each of the A blocks consists essentially of polystyrene.3. The midsole according to claim 1 , wherein the B block consists ...

RESIN COMPOSITION AND ARTICLE MADE THEREFROM

A resin composition includes: a vinyl-containing polyphenylene ether resin; a compound of Formula (1); and a compound of Formula (2), a compound of Formula (3), a compound of Formula (4) or a combination thereof. The resin composition may be used to make various articles, such as a prepreg, a resin film, a laminate or a printed circuit board, and at least one of the following improvements can be achieved, including prepreg viscosity variation ratio, prepreg stickiness resistance, amount of void after lamination, multi-layer board thermal resistance, glass transition temperature, ratio of thermal expansion, copper foil peeling strength, dissipation factor and laminate appearance. 2. The resin composition of claim 1 , comprising:100 parts by weight of the vinyl-containing polyphenylene ether resin;12 to 100 parts by weight of the compound of Formula (1); and0.005 to 4 parts by weight of the compound of Formula (2), the compound of Formula (3), the compound of Formula (4) or a combination thereof.3. The resin composition of claim 1 , wherein the ratio of part by weight of the compound of Formula (2) claim 1 , the compound of Formula (3) claim 1 , the compound of Formula (4) or a combination thereof to the compound of Formula (1) is between 1.67*10and 8.33*10.4. The resin composition of claim 1 , wherein the vinyl-containing polyphenylene ether resin comprises a vinylbenzyl-containing polyphenylene ether resin claim 1 , a methacrylate-containing polyphenylene ether resin claim 1 , an allyl-containing polyphenylene ether resin claim 1 , a vinylbenzyl-modified bisphenol A polyphenylene ether resin claim 1 , a chain-extended vinyl-containing polyphenylene ether resin or a combination thereof.5. The resin composition of claim 1 , wherein the compound of Formula (1) comprises its prepolymer claim 1 , copolymer claim 1 , homopolymer claim 1 , derivative or a combination thereof.10. The resin composition of claim 1 , further comprising: an epoxy resin claim 1 , a cyanate ester ...

Ionic functionalization of aromatic polymers for ion exchange membranes

The electrochemical energy conversion system of the present disclosure includes an anode, a cathode, and an ion exchange membrane including a polymer having an aromatic polymer chain and an alkylated substrate including an alkyl chain, and at least one ionic group. The alkylated substrate is bound to at least one aromatic group in the polymer chain via Friedel-Crafts alkylation of the at least one aromatic group. The alkylation reaction utilizes a haloalkylated tertiary alcohol or a haloalkylated alkene as a precursor. In the presence of an acid catalyst, a carbocation is generated in the precursor which reacts with the aromatic rings of the polymer chain. The at least one ionic group is then replaced with a desired cationic or anionic group using a substitution reaction. The membranes exhibit advantageous stability achieved through a simplified and scalable reaction scheme.

Painted polyolefin articles

A painted article includes a primer layer between a substrate and a paint layer, of which the substrate is the product of a substrate forming composition including an olefin block copolymer and a polypropylene polymer having a density from 0.89 g/cm 3 and 0.92 g/cm 3 . The substrate is free of (1) phthalate-based plasticizer, (2) halogen-containing polymer, and (3) leachable, small polymeric units derived from styrene monomer.

Seam tape and methods of manufacture and use thereof

Provided herein are seam tapes and related methods. The seam tapes can be compatible with polyolefin-based waterproof/breathable (w/b) membranes, including polypropylene (PP) w/b membranes and/or polyethylene (PE) w/b membranes. Also provided are seams sealed by means of these seam tapes, as well as materials, fabrics, and garments including one or more of these sealed seams.

Crosslinked Polyolefins for Biomedical Applications and Method of Making Same

A method for preparing a copolymer that involves polymerizing at least one branched alkene monomer and at least one olefin monomer having a pendant benzocyclobutene (BCB) group to form a copolymer comprising a random distribution of a plurality of constitutional units corresponding to the at least one branched alkene monomer and the at least one olefin monomer. The polymerizing includes a carbocationic polymerization reaction involving sequential addition of a plurality of mixtures without terminating the carbocationic polymerization reaction, wherein the plurality of mixtures includes a mixture that includes the at least one branched alkene monomer and does not include the at least one olefin monomer having a pendant BCB group and a mixture that includes both the at least one branched alkene monomer and the at least one olefin monomer having a pendant BCB group. The copolymer composition can undergo crosslinking at elevated temperatures (preferably above 180° C.). 1. A method of preparing a copolymer comprising:polymerizing at least one branched alkene monomer and at least one olefin monomer having a pendant benzocyclobutene (BCB) group to form a copolymer comprising a random distribution of a plurality of constitutional units that include constitutional units corresponding to the at least one branched alkene monomer and constitutional units corresponding to the at least one olefin monomer having a pendant BCB group;wherein the polymerizing includes a carbocationic polymerization reaction involving sequential addition of a plurality of mixtures without terminating the carbocationic polymerization reaction, wherein the plurality of mixtures includes a mixture that includes the at least one branched alkene monomer and does not include the at least one olefin monomer having a pendant BCB group and a mixture that includes both the at least one branched alkene monomer and the at least one olefin monomer having a pendant BCB group.2. A method according to claim 1 , ...

POLYMER MATERIAL FOR SELF-ASSEMBLY, SELF-ASSEMBLED FILM, AND METHOD FOR PRODUCING SELF-ASSEMBLED FILM

A polymer material for self-assembly of the present invention includes a multi-block copolymer containing a first polymer block with a structural unit having a specific structure as a main component and a second polymer block with a structural unit having a specific structure as a main component that are coupled with each other. 2. The polymer material for self-assembly according to claim 1 , wherein the multi-block copolymer is a triblock copolymer or a tetrablock copolymer.3. The polymer material for self-assembly according to claim 1 , wherein the multi-block copolymer is copolymerized by living anionic polymerization.4. The polymer material for self-assembly according to claim 1 , wherein the multi-block copolymer has a weight −average molecular weight of 3 claim 1 ,000 or more and 50 claim 1 ,000 or less.5. A self-assembled film comprising the polymer material for self-assembly according to .6. The self-assembled film according to claim 5 , wherein a top coating agent is applied onto a surface thereof.7. A method for producing a self-assembled film claim 1 , the method comprising forming a self-assembled film using the polymer material for self-assembly according to .8. The method for producing a self-assembled film according to claim 7 , wherein the self-assembled film is formed within a guide pattern.9. The method for producing a self-assembled film according to claim 7 , further comprising applying a top coating agent onto the self-assembled film. The present application claims priority to and incorporates by reference the entire contents of Japanese Patent Application No. 2015-221692 filed in Japan on Nov. 11, 2015.1. Field of the InventionThe present invention relates to a polymer material for self-assembly, a self-assembled film, and a method for producing a self-assembled film and, specifically, to a polymer material for self-assembly, a self-assembled film, and a method for producing a self-assembled film used suitably for resists for producing ...

DIP FORMABLE SOLUTIONS AND DISPERSIONSAND ARTICLES MADE THEREFROM

This invention relates to eco-friendly dip formable solutions and dispersions for making dip formed articles. Some embodiments of the invention include coatable, dip formable, or emulsifiable solution composition comprising one or more styrenic block copolymers in cyclic natural terpenes, such as citrus peel extract which can be used to form an article. In some embodiments dip formable solutions and dispersions comprise of styrenated block copolymers and polyolefins. In some embodiments the styrenated block copolymers are saturated, unsaturated, or a blend. In some embodiments, the styrenated block copolymers comprises an oil or a plasticizer. In some embodiments the articles are made from an emulsion. In some embodiments the articles are made from a plastisol. 1. A dip formable composition comprising a styrenic block copolymer disposed in a cyclic terpene.2. The dip formable composition of claim 1 , in which the styrenic block copolymer is chosen from a saturated styrenic block copolymer or a mixture of saturated styrenic block copolymers.3. The dip formable composition of claim 1 , wherein the composition further comprises an oil or plasticizer.4. The dip formable composition of claim 1 , wherein the composition further comprises a polyolefin.5. The dip formable composition of claim 4 , wherein the styrenic block copolymer is saturated.6. The dip formable composition of claim 5 , wherein the composition comprises an oil or plasticizer.7. The dip formable composition of claim 6 , wherein the block copolymer is a styrene-ethylene-butylene-styrene block copolymer.8. The dip formable composition of claim 6 , wherein composition comprises the styrenic block copolymer is present in an amount of from about 5% to about 50% by weight claim 6 , the polyolefin in an amount of from about 0.1% to about 25% by weight claim 6 , and the oil in an amount of from about 25% to about 75% by weight claim 6 , where the % by weight refers to the % by weight of a dry film formed from the ...

Formation of Superhydrophobic Surfaces

Technologies are described for methods and systems effective for etching nanostructures in a substrate. The methods may comprise depositing a patterned block copolymer on the substrate. The methods may comprise applying a precursor to the patterned block copolymer to generate an infiltrated block copolymer. The precursor may infiltrate into the first polymer block domain and generate a material. The methods may comprise applying a removal agent effective to remove the polymer block domains to the infiltrated block copolymer to generate a pattern of the material. The methods may comprise etching the substrate. The pattern of the material may mask the substrate to pattern the etching. The etching may be performed under conditions to produce nanostructures in the substrate. The methods may comprise removing the pattern of the material and coating the nanostructures and the surface of the substrate with a hydrophobic coating. 1. A method for etching nanostructures in a substrate , the method comprising:depositing a patterned block copolymer on the substrate, wherein the patterned block copolymer includes a first polymer block domain and a second polymer block domain;applying a precursor to the patterned block copolymer on the substrate to generate an infiltrated block copolymer on the substrate, wherein the precursor infiltrates into the first polymer block domain and generates a material in the first polymer block domain and the precursor does not infiltrate into the second polymer block domain;applying a removal agent to the infiltrated block copolymer on the substrate to generate a pattern of the material on the substrate, wherein the removal agent is effective to remove the first polymer block domain and the second polymer block domain from the substrate, and is not effective to remove the material in the first polymer block domain;etching the substrate, wherein the pattern of the material on the substrate masks the substrate to pattern the etching and the etching ...

Ethylene-based polymer compositions and foams

The invention provides a composition comprising the following: A) a first polymer selected from the following: i) an ethylene/α-olefin interpolymer; or ii) an ethylene/α-olefin multi-block interpolymer; B) a second polymer selected from the following: iii) an ethylene/α-olefin interpolymer; iv) an ethylene/α-olefin/non-conjugated diene interpolymer; or v) an ethylene/α-olefin multi-block interpolymer; and wherein the first polymer has a density from 0.880 to 0.910 g/cc, and the second polymer has a density less than, or equal to, 0.867 g/cc, and wherein the weight ratio of the first polymer to the second polymer is from 0.5 to 9.

Pressure sensitive adhesive foam

The present disclosure relates to a pressure sensitive adhesive foam comprising a rubber-based elastomeric material and at least one hydrocarbon tackifier, wherein the hydrocarbon tackifier(s) have a Volatile Organic Compound (VOC) value of less than 1000 ppm and a Volatile Fogging Compound (FOG) value of less than 1500 ppm, when measured by thermogravimetric analysis according to the weight loss test methods described in the experimental section. The present disclosure also relates to a method of manufacturing such a pressure sensitive adhesive foam and uses thereof.

High performance cross-linked triblock cationic functionalized polymer for electrochemical applications, methods of making and methods of using

The present invention relates to a high performance cross-linked triblock cationic functionalized polymer for electrochemical applications, and methods of making and using the same. The invention also relates to a tunable hydrogenated polymer, that can be functionalized with a particular cation for a particular application, and the method of making the hydrogenated polymer and tuning the hydrogenated polymer for the application.

Cavitation Enable Tuning of Persistent Micelles

A method to quickly adjust the size of micelles and then return the micelles to a persistent state is provided. Specifically, the present invention is directed to a method for block copolymer micelle growth under high-χN solution conditions where ultrasonic cavitation facilitates rapid solution-gas interface production that accelerates micelle growth by an order of magnitude over other methods such as vortexing. The persistent micelles formed by the method of the present invention can then be used for controlled delivery of dispersions in organic electronic coatings, paint, or drug delivery applications and can also be used to control the pore size of films that include an oxide, a nitride, a carbide, a metal, or a carbon material. 1. A method of adjusting an average core diameter of persistent micelles , the method comprising:dissolving a polymer in a first solvent to form a solution containing the persistent micelles; andsubjecting the solution to ultrasonic cavitation.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the polymer is a block copolymer comprising a first polymer block and a second polymer block.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein the block copolymer has a molar mass between about 1 kilogram moland about 1500 kilograms mol.4. The method of claim 2 , wherein the Flory-Huggins effective interaction parameter between the first polymer block and the second polymer block ranges from about 0.01 to about 5.5. The method of claim 2 , wherein the first polymer block comprises a polyether and the second polymer block comprises an acrylate.6. The method of claim 5 , wherein the block copolymer comprises poly(ethylene oxide-b-hexyl acrylate).7. The method of claim 2 , wherein the first solvent is a selective solvent selective for the first polymer block or the second polymer block.8. The method of claim 7 , wherein the first solvent comprises water.9. The method of claim 2 , further comprising adding a second solvent to the solution claim 2 , wherein the second solvent is a ...

Method for forming cover film

A method for forming a cover film includes applying a composition including a first polymer and a solvent on a surface of a base material to form a coating film. The base material includes a surface layer which includes a first region and a second region having a surface condition that differs from a surface condition of the first region. The coating film is heated. A portion of the coating film is desorbed with a rinse agent after the heating. The portion is formed on the second region of the coating film. The first polymer includes a first structural unit represented by formula (1), or includes a monovalent organic group which bonds to at least one end of a main chain of the first polymer and which includes a nitrogen atom.

POLYMER COMPOSITION COMPRISING A BRANCHED THERMOPLASTIC ELASTOMER AND A THERMOPLASTIC STYRENE POLYMER

A polymer composition comprises (a) 50 to 100 phr of one or more branched thermoplastic elastomers each comprising an unsaturated elastomer block and at least three thermoplastic styrene blocks, the thermoplastic styrene blocks of each branched thermoplastic elastomer representing from 15% to 75%, preferably from 15% to 50%, by weight of the weight of each branched thermoplastic elastomer, and (b) 10 to 100 phr of one or more thermoplastic styrene polymers having a molecular mass of between 25,000 and 300,000 g/mol, preferably between 50,000 and 200,000 g/mol. 122.-. (canceled)23. A polymer composition comprising:(a) 50 to 100 phr of one or more branched thermoplastic elastomers, each comprising an unsaturated elastomer block and at least three thermoplastic styrene blocks, the thermoplastic styrene blocks of each branched thermoplastic elastomer representing from 15% to 75% by weight of the weight of each branched thermoplastic elastomer; and(b) 10 to 100 phr of one or more thermoplastic styrene polymers having a molecular mass of between 25,000 and 300,000 g/mol.24. The polymer composition according to claim 23 , wherein the blocks of each branched thermoplastic elastomer have masses of greater than 2000 g/mol.25. The polymer composition according to claim 23 , wherein each branched thermoplastic elastomer is in a star-branched form comprising at least three branches or in a dendrimer form.26. The polymer composition according to claim 23 , wherein the unsaturated elastomer block of each branched thermoplastic elastomer is selected from the group consisting of polyisoprenes claim 23 , polybutadienes claim 23 , butadiene/isoprene copolymers claim 23 , styrene/butadiene copolymers claim 23 , and mixtures thereof claim 23 , all of these elastomers being non-hydrogenated or partially hydrogenated.27. The polymer composition according to claim 23 , wherein the unsaturated elastomer block of each branched thermoplastic elastomer is selected from polybutadienes.28. The ...

COMPOSITION FOR FOAM TIRE

Provided is a composition for a foam tire. The composition includes 100 parts by weight of a blend of an olefin block copolymer and a rubber as a polymer matrix, 0.02 to 4 parts by weight of a crosslinking agent, and 1 to 6 parts by weight of a foaming agent. The olefin block copolymer and the rubber are present in amounts of 50 to 80% by weight and 20 to 50% by weight, respectively, based on the total weight of the polymer matrix. 1. A composition for a foam tire comprising a blend of an olefin block copolymer and a rubber as a polymer matrix , a crosslinking agent , and a foaming agent.2. The composition according to claim 1 , wherein the olefin block copolymer and the rubber are present in amounts of 50 to 80% by weight and 20 to 50% by weight claim 1 , respectively claim 1 , based on the total weight of the polymer matrix.3. The composition according to claim 1 , wherein the olefin block copolymer is a multi-block copolymer which comprises ethylene and one or more copolymerizable α-olefin comonomers in a polymerized form and has a plurality of blocks or segments of two or more polymerized monomer units having different chemical or physical properties.4. The composition according to claim 1 , wherein the rubber is selected from the group consisting of a natural rubber claim 1 , a synthetic rubber claim 1 , and a combination thereof.5. A composition for a foam tire comprising 100 parts by weight of a blend of an olefin block copolymer and a rubber as a polymer matrix claim 1 , 0.02 to 4 parts by weight of a crosslinking agent claim 1 , and 1 to 6 parts by weight of a foaming agent wherein the olefin block copolymer and the rubber are present in amounts of 50 to 80% by weight and 20 to 50% by weight claim 1 , respectively claim 1 , based on the total weight of the polymer matrix.6. The foam tire produced by injection molding and foaming the composition according to any one of .7. The foam tire produced by injection molding and foaming the composition according to ...

Polymer compositions and products formed therewith

The present disclosure provides compositions and products formed therefrom. In particular, the disclosure provides elastomeric latex articles, such as gloves and condoms, that can exhibit a desired combination of properties that can be correlated to suitable strength and softness.

Elastomeric compositions for blown-film extrusion

Improving processability of homogeneous extrusion blown elastomeric films by compatibilizing impact polystyrene in an effective amount with olefin elastomers and styrenic block copolymers.

NOVEL VINYL ALCOHOL BASED COPOLYMER, PRODUCTION METHOD FOR SAME, AND ION EXCHANGE MEMBRANE

Provided are a modified vinyl alcohol (VA) having a reduced water content to exhibit a practically-required form stability, a producing method for the same, and an ion exchange membrane. (1) A copolymer (P) including, as structural units, a vinyl alcohol monomer unit (A), a vinylene monomer unit (B), and a polymer unit (C) having a polar group other than a hydroxyl group. (2) A method for producing the copolymer (P) including: providing a copolymer (P′) including a vinyl alcohol polymer unit (A′) and a polymer unit (C) having a polar group other than a hydroxyl group, and heat-treating the copolymer (P′) under an acidic condition to form a polyene structure by dehydration so as to introduce a vinylene monomer unit (B). (3) An ion-exchange membrane containing as a main component a copolymer (PA) in which the polymer unit (C) having a polar group other than a hydroxyl group is a polymer unit (CA) having an ionic group. 1. A copolymer (P) including , as structural units , a vinyl alcohol monomer unit (A) , a vinylene monomer unit (B) , and a polymer unit (C) having a polar group other than a hydroxyl group.4. The copolymer as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the polymer unit (C) having a polar group other than a hydroxyl group is a polymer unit (CA) having an ionic group.5. The copolymer as claimed in claim 2 , wherein in the formula (1) claim 2 , M is a monomer unit having an ionic group.6. The copolymer as claimed in claim 3 , wherein in the formula (1) claim 3 , M is a monomer unit having an ionic group.7. The copolymer as claimed in claim 4 , wherein the polymer unit (CA) having an ionic group is an anionic group-containing polymer unit.8. The copolymer as claimed in claim 4 , wherein the polymer unit (CA) having an ionic group is a cationic group-containing polymer unit.10. The copolymer as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the copolymer (P) has an acetal-modified site introduced by monoaldehyde treatment or a crosslinked site introduced by dialdehyde treatment.11. A ...

COHESIVE FASTENER FORMULATIONS WITH OLEFIN BLOCK COPOLYMERS

The present disclosure is directed to a composition comprising a) an olefin block copolymer; b) a tackifies; c) an ethylene-based polymer with a density from 0.90 g/cc to 0.94 g/cc; and d) an oil. The composition finds advantageous application as a cohesive layer in a fastening device, for example, a fastening device for a hygiene absorbent product. 1. A composition comprising the following components:a) an olefin block copolymer;b) a tackifier;c) an ethylene-based polymer with a density from 0.90 g/cc to 0.94 g/cc; andd) an oil.2. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the ethylene-based polymer has a melt index from 0.5 g/10 min to 75 g/10 min3. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the olefin block copolymer is an ethylene/α-olefin multi-block copolymer.4. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the tackifier is selected from the group consisting of the following; a non-hydrogenated aliphatic Cresin claim 1 , a hydrogenated aliphatic Cresin claim 1 , an aromatic modified Cresin claim 1 , a terpene resin claim 1 , a hydrogenated Cresin claim 1 , and a combination thereof claim 1 , and wherein the tackifier has a density from 0.92 g/cc to 1.06 g/cc claim 1 , and a melt viscosity less than 1000 Pascal second (Pa·s) at 175° C.5. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the ethylene-based polymer is an ethylene homopolymer that has a melt index from 30 g/10 min to 50 g/10 min6. The composition of claim 1 , comprising:(a) from 30 wt % to 50 wt % of the olefin block copolymer;(b) from 30 wt % to 50 wt % of the tackifier;(c) from 5 wt % to 15 wt % of the ethylene-based polymer; and(d) from 5 wt % to 15 wt % of the oil.7. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the amount of olefin block copolymer present in the composition is greater than claim 1 , or equal to claim 1 , the amount of tackifier present in the composition.8. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the composition has a density from 0.850 g/cc to 0.925 g/cc.9. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the composition has a melt ...

Patterning by Area Selective Oxidation

Technologies are described for methods for producing a pattern of a material on a substrate. The methods may comprise receiving a patterned block copolymer on a substrate. The patterned block copolymer may include a first polymer block domain and a second polymer block domain. The method may comprise exposing the patterned block copolymer to a light effective to oxidize the first polymer block domain in the patterned block copolymer. The method may comprise applying a precursor to the block copolymer. The precursor may infuse into the oxidized first polymer block domain and generate the material. The method may comprise applying a removal agent to the block copolymer. The removal agent may be effective to remove the first polymer block domain and the second polymer block domain from the substrate, and may not be effective to remove the material in the oxidized first polymer block domain. 1. A method for producing a pattern of a material on a substrate , the method comprising:receiving a sample, wherein the sample includes a patterned block copolymer on a substrate, and wherein the patterned block copolymer includes a first polymer block domain and a second polymer block domain;exposing the patterned block copolymer on the substrate to a light to generate an oxidized block copolymer on the substrate, wherein the light is effective to oxidize the first polymer block domain in the patterned block copolymer and the light is not effective to oxidize the second polymer block domain in the patterned block copolymer;applying a precursor to the oxidized block copolymer on the substrate to generate a material on the substrate, wherein the precursor infuses into the oxidized first polymer block domain and generates the material in the first polymer block domain and the precursor does not infuse into the second polymer block domain;applying a removal agent to the oxidized block copolymer on the substrate to generate a patterned material on the substrate, wherein the removal ...

Cushion and shoe

Provided is a cushion partially or entirely composed of a foam, wherein the foam is composed of: a hydrocarbon-based oil including ethylene and α-olefin as constituent units; and a polymer composition including one or a plurality of polymers.

RESIN COMPOSITION FOR FORMING PHASE-SEPARATED STRUCTURE AND METHOD OF PRODUCING STRUCTURE INCLUDING PHASE-SEPARATED STRUCTURE

A resin composition for forming a phase-separated structure includes a block copolymer in which a hydrophilic block and a hydrophobic block are bonded to each other, and a solvent component (S) containing an organic solvent (S1) having a boiling point of 200° C. or higher. 1. A resin composition for forming a phase-separated structure , comprising:a block copolymer in which a hydrophobic block and a hydrophilic block are bonded to each other; anda solvent component (S) containing an organic solvent (S1) having a boiling point of 200° C. or higher.2. The resin composition for forming a phase-separated structure according to claim 1 , wherein an interaction distance Rabetween a Hansen solubility parameter of the organic solvent (S1) and a Hansen solubility parameter of a polymer (p1) constituting the hydrophilic block is equal to or less than 6.0 MPa.3. The resin composition for forming a phase-separated structure according to claim 1 , wherein the solvent component (S) contains the organic solvent (S1) and solvents other than the organic solvent (S1) as a main solvent (Sm) claim 1 , andwherein a proportion of the main solvent (Sm) in the solvent component (S) is equal to or greater than 50% by mass with respect to a total mass of the solvent component (S).4. The resin composition for forming a phase-separated structure according to claim 3 , wherein the interaction distance Rais smaller than an interaction distance Rabetween a Hansen solubility parameter of the main solvent (Sm) and of a Hansen solubility parameter of the polymer (p1).5. The resin composition for forming a phase-separated structure according to claim 1 , wherein the hydrophilic block is a block of a constituting unit derived from (α-substituted) acrylic ester.6. The resin composition for forming a phase-separated structure according to claim 5 , wherein the hydrophilic block is polymethyl methacrylate.7. The resin composition for forming a phase-separated structure according to claim 1 , wherein the ...

SUPER-HYDROPHOBIC SURFACE BY CHEMICALLY MODIFIED BLOCK COPOLYMER GENERATED NANO-STRUCTURES

The embodiments disclose a method of using a molecular self-assembly of a predetermined spherical or cylindrical block copolymer (BCP) to create a nano-scale dot array pattern, transferring the BCP pattern into a chromium (Cr) hard mask layer, and then into a substrate. The patterned substrate is chemically modified with a predetermined self-assembled monolayer (SAM) with a hydrophobic functional group to form a super-hydrophobic surface. 1. A method of fabricating a super-hydrophobic surface , comprising:using a self-assembly (SA) of a predetermined spherical or cylindrical block copolymer (BCP) film on a predetermined substrate to form a dot-array pattern at the nano-scale dimension;removing the first block from BCP film and leaving the second block to form a dot-array pattern on a top of a chromium (Cr) hard mask layer;etching the BCP dot-array pattern into the Cr layer and then into a substrate to form a nano-scale pillar array or a hole array using the plasma RIE etch;using a self-assembled monolayer (SAMs) with a hydrophobic functional group to chemically modify the nano-scale pillar array or hole array.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising depositing a hard mask layer including chromium (Cr) or carbon (C) on a substrate including at least one of silicon claim 1 , quartz claim 1 , or glass that can be chemically modified upon.3. The method of claim 1 , further comprising depositing a brush layer on the top of the hard mask layer.4. The method of claim 1 , further comprising using a predetermined spherical or cylindrical block copolymer (BCP) film on the brush layer to form a dot-array pattern at the nano-scale dimension.5. The method of claim 1 , further comprising a Cr etch process for spherical PS-b-PDMS block copolymer claim 1 , or Cr dry liftoff process for cylindrical PS-b-PMMA block copolymer to generate Cr dot array pattern on the substrate.6. The method of claim 3 , further comprising using the PS—OH brush material for spherical PS-b-PDMS block ...

TRANSPARENT, COLORLESS, POROUS POLYMERS DERIVED FROM MULTIPHASIC POLYMER NETWORKS

A porous, polymer aerogel having a pore size distribution with a full-width at half maximum between 0.1 and 10 nanometers, a visible transmittance greater than 30%/3 mm, haze less than 70%/3 mm, and a color rendering index of at least 25. A method of forming a porous, polymer aerogel, includes producing a miscible formulation of at least one of monomers, oligomers, crosslinkers and prepolymers, polymerizing the miscible formulation to form a multiphasic gel, wherein phases are continuous and the multiphasic gel has at least one depolymerizable domain and at least one non-depolymerizable domain, and the at least one depolymerizable domain is chemically bonded to the at least one non-depolymerizable domain, and removing the depolymerizable domain or domains from the multiphasic gel to produce a porous aerogel with a color rendering index of at least 25. A method of forming a porous, polymer aerogel, including producing a miscible formulation of at least one monomer, oligomer or crosslinker, and a prepolymer having at least one reactive functional group, polymerizing the miscible formulation to form a multiphasic gel, wherein the prepolymer having at least one reactive functional group is chemically bonded to a polymer that results from the polymerization of the at least one monomer or oligomer, and phases are continuous and the multiphasic gel has at least one depolymerizable domain bonded to at least one non-depolymerizable domain, and placing the multiphasic gel in a depolymerization solution having a depolymerization solvent to chemically degrade the depolymerizable domain into smaller oligomers and monomers, removing the depolymerization solvent to produce a porous aerogel with a color rendering index of at least 25. 1. A porous , polymer aerogel having a pore size distribution with a full-width at half maximum between 0.1 and 10 nanometers , a visible transmittance greater than 30%/3 mm , haze less than 70%/3 mm , and a color rendering index of at least 25.2. The ...

GOLF BALL

A golf ball includes a core a cover positioned outside the core and a paint film positioned outside the cover The paint film includes an inner layer and an outer layer positioned outside the inner layer A 10% modulus Mo of the outer layer is lower than a 10% modulus Mi of the inner layer A difference (Mi-Mo) between the modulus Mi and the modulus Mo is not less than kgf/cm. The cover has a Shore D hardness Hc of not less than 50 and not greater than 65. The cover has a thickness Tc of not less than 0.80 mm and not greater than 1.80 mm. 1. A golf ball comprising a core , a cover positioned outside the core , and a paint film positioned outside the cover , whereinthe paint film includes an inner layer and an outer layer positioned outside the inner layer,a 10% modulus Mo of the outer layer is lower than a 10% modulus Mi of the inner layer,{'sup': '2', 'a difference (Mi-Mo) between the modulus Mi and the modulus Mo is not less than 25.0 kgf/cm,'}the cover has a Shore D hardness Hc of not less than 50 and not greater than 65, andthe cover has a thickness Tc of not less than 0.80 mm and not greater than 1.80 mm.2. The golf ball according to claim 1 , wherein the modulus{'sup': '2', 'Mi is not less than 100.0 kgf/cm.'}3. The golf ball according to claim 1 , wherein the modulus{'sup': '2', 'Mo is less than 100.0 kgf/cm.'}4. The golf ball according to claim 1 , whereinthe inner layer has a thickness Ti of not less than 5 μm and not greater than 30 μm, andthe outer layer has a thickness To of not less than 5 μm and not greater than 30 μm.5. The golf ball according to claim 1 , further comprisinga mid layer between the core and the cover.6. The golf ball according to claim 1 , wherein the innerlayer is formed from a resin composition, and a base resin of the resin composition is a polyurethane.7. The golf ball according to claim 1 , wherein the outer layer is formed from a resin composition claim 1 , and a base resin of the resin composition is a polyurethane.8. The golf ball ...

POLYPROPYLENE BASED SEALANT FILM FOR RETORT PACKAGING, AND LAMINATE THAT USES THE SAME

A polypropylene based sealant film for retort packaging includes a film made of a resin composition that contains 70 to 85 wt % of a propylene/ethylene block copolymer (a) and 15 to 30 wt % of a low-density polyethylene based polymer (b), wherein, as for the propylene/ethylene block copolymer (a), a proportion of a 20° C. xylene insoluble portion is 75 to 85 wt % relative to 100 wt % of (a), a limiting viscosity ([η]) of the insoluble portion is 1.7 to 2.0 dl/g, and a limiting viscosity ([η]) of a soluble portion is 3.0 to 3.4 dl/g, and the low-density polyethylene based polymer (b) has a density of 0.900 to 0.930 g/cmand a melt flow rate of 1 to 10 g/10 minutes. 13-. (canceled)4. A polypropylene based sealant film for retort packaging comprising a film made of a resin composition that contains 70 to 85 wt % of a propylene/ethylene block copolymer (a) and 15 to 30 wt % of a low-density polyethylene based polymer (b) , wherein , as for the propylene/ethylene block copolymer (a) , a proportion of a 20° C. xylene insoluble portion is 75 to 85 wt % relative to 100 wt % of (a) , a limiting viscosity ([η]) of the insoluble portion is 1.7 to 2.0 dl/g , and a limiting viscosity ([η]) of a soluble portion is 3.0 to 3.4 dl/g , and the low-density polyethylene based polymer (b) has a density of 0.900 to 0.930 g/cmand a melt flow rate of 1 to 10 g/10 minutes.5. The polypropylene based sealant film according to claim 4 , wherein the low-density polyethylene based polymer (b) is a linear low-density polyethylene.6. A laminate in which the polypropylene based sealant film according to is laminated on one side surface of a substrate layer in which one layer or two or more layers of films are laminated.7. A laminate in which the polypropylene based sealant film according to is laminated on one side surface of a substrate layer in which one layer or two or more layers of films are laminated. This disclosure relates to a polypropylene based sealant film for retort packaging and a ...

BLOCK COPOLYMER

A block copolymer, a method for preparing a block copolymer, a resin composition, and a film are provided. The block copolymer can be useful in inhibiting complete separation of the hard segment even under a severe high-temperature condition by increasing the chemical cross-linking density around the hard segment without causing an increase in glass transition temperature of the hard segment, thereby maintaining high-temperature durability. 1. A block copolymer comprising:a hard segment having a glass transition temperature of 25° C. or more; anda soft segment having a glass transition temperature of 10° C. or less,wherein the soft segment comprises a polymerization unit derived from a cross-linkable monomer, andthe polymerization unit derived from the cross-linkable monomer has a higher concentration in a region adjacent to the hard segment than in a region which is not adjacent to the hard segment.2. The block copolymer of claim 1 , wherein the hard segment comprises a polymerization unit derived from a methacrylic monomer.3. The block copolymer of claim 1 , wherein the soft segment comprises polymerization units derived from an acrylic monomer and a cross-linkable monomer.4. The block copolymer of claim 1 , wherein the glass transition temperature of the hard segment is in a range of 30° C. to 200° C.5. The block copolymer of claim 1 , wherein the glass transition temperature of the soft segment is in a range of −80° C. to 0° C.6. The block copolymer of claim 1 , wherein the cross-linkable monomer comprises at least one functional group selected from the group consisting of a hydroxyl group claim 1 , a carboxyl group claim 1 , an epoxy group claim 1 , a glycidyl group claim 1 , an isocyanate group claim 1 , an amide group claim 1 , an amino group claim 1 , and an alkoxysilyl group.7. The block copolymer of claim 1 , wherein the content of the hard segment is in a range of 5 to 25% by weight claim 1 , based on the total weight of the block copolymer.8. The block ...

Ethylene-based polymer compositions and foams

The invention provides a composition comprising the following: A) a first polymer selected from the following: i) an ethylene/α-olefin interpolymer; or ii) an ethylene/α-olefin multi-block interpolymer; B) a second polymer selected from the following: iii) an ethylene/α-olefin interpolymer; iv) an ethylene/α-olefin/non-conjugated diene interpolymer; or v) an ethylene/α-olefin multi-block interpolymer; and wherein the first polymer has a density from 0.880 to 0.910 g/cc, and the second polymer has a density less than, or equal to, 0.867 g/cc, and wherein the weight ratio of the first polymer to the second polymer is from 0.5 to 9.

Process for Producing Foam Beads Using a Modified Ethylene-Based Polymer

The present disclosure provides a process. The process includes (i) forming a composition containing a peroxide-modified ethylene-based polymer selected from the group consisting of a peroxide-modified ethylene/a-olefin multi-block copolymer, a peroxide-modified low density polyethylene, and combinations thereof; (ii) contacting the composition with a blowing agent to form a foam composition; and (iii) forming foam beads comprising the foam composition. The present disclosure also provides a foam bead produced by said process. 1. A process comprising:(i) forming a composition comprising a peroxide-modified ethylene-based polymer selected from the group consisting of a peroxide-modified ethylene/α-olefin multi-block copolymer, a peroxide-modified low density polyethylene, and combinations thereof;(ii) contacting the composition with a blowing agent to form a foam composition; and(iii) forming foam beads comprising the foam composition.2. The process of comprising contacting the composition with the blowing agent at a temperature of from 100° C. to 130° C.3. The process of wherein the blowing agent is a physical blowing agent.4. The process of comprising forming the composition solely from the peroxide-modified ethylene/α-olefin multi-block copolymer.5. The process of wherein the forming step comprises:melt blending the peroxide-modified ethylene/α-olefin multi-block copolymer with an ethylene/α-olefin multi-block copolymer.6. The process of wherein the forming step comprises:melt blending the peroxide-modified low density polyethylene withan ethylene/α-olefin multi-block copolymer.7. The process of wherein the composition has a melt strength from 9 cN to 30 cN.8. The process of wherein the foam beads have a foam density of less than 0.300 g/cc.9. A foam bead produced by the process of claim 1 , wherein the composition has (a) a melt strength from 9 cN to 30 cN and (b) a gel content of 0%; andthe foam bead has a foam density of less than 0.300 g/cc.10. A foam bead ...

RESIN CURED PRODUCT, ELECTRICAL DEVICE, MOTOR, TRANSFORMER, CABLE SHEATH, MOBILE, STRUCTURE, AND METHOD FOR HEALING RESIN CURED PRODUCT

In a conventional self-healing material, although the resin properties after self-healing are restored to the same level as the initial refractoriness and strength of the resin, no further extension of life can be expected. A resin cured product according to the present invention includes: a first vinyl monomer having an ester bond; a second vinyl monomer having a hydroxyl group; a transesterification reaction catalyst; and a boron compound. 1. A resin cured product comprising:a first vinyl monomer having an ester bond;a second vinyl monomer having a hydroxyl group;a transesterification reaction catalyst; anda boron compound.2. The resin cured product according to claim 1 , whereinthe boron compound is an alkylborane.3. The resin cured product according to claim 1 , whereinin the boron compound, a region capable of initiating radical polymerization is present.4. The resin cured product according to claim 1 , whereinat the time of fracture, a region capable of initiating radical polymerization is present on a fracture surface, and when the region comes into contact with a radically polymerizable unsaturated monomer, the unsaturated monomer is radically polymerized with the region, exerting a healing function.5. The resin cured product according to claim 1 , whereina transesterification reaction between the hydroxyl group and the ester bond is initiated in response to an external stimulus.6. An electrical device comprising the resin cured product according to .7. A motor comprising the resin cured product according to .8. A transformer comprising the resin cured product according to .9. A cable sheath comprising the resin cured product according to .10. A mobile comprising the resin cured product according to .11. A structure comprising the resin cured product according to .12. A method for healing a resin cured product claim 1 ,the resin cured product comprising a first vinyl monomer having an ester bond, a second vinyl monomer having a hydroxyl group, a ...

IN-SITU GELATINOUS TRIBLOCK COPOLYMER ELASTOMERS IN LATEX FOAMS

Combinations of gelatinous elastomer and polyurethane foam may be made by introducing a plasticized A-B-A triblock copolymer resin and/or an A-B diblock copolymer resin into a mixture of polyurethane foam forming components including a polyol and an isocyanate. The plasticized copolymer resin is polymerized to form the gelatinous elastomer in-situ while simultaneously polymerizing the polyol and the isocyanate to form polyurethane foam. The polyurethane reaction is exothermmic and can generate sufficient temperature to melt the styrene-portion of the A-B-A triblock copolymer resin thereby extending the crosslinking and in some cases integrating the A-B-A triblock copolymer within the polyurethane polymer matrix. The combination has a marbled appearance. The gel component has higher heat capacity than polyurethane foam and thus has good thermal conductivity and acts as a heat sink. Another advantage of in situ gel-foam is that the gel component provides higher support factors compared to the base foam alone. 2. The combination of gelatinous elastomer and latex foam of where the triblock copolymer resin is selected from the group consisting of styrene-ethylene-butylene-styrene (SEBS) claim 1 , styrene-ethylene-propylene-styrene (SEPS) claim 1 , styrene-ethylene-ethylene-propylene-styrene (SEEPS) claim 1 , and combinations thereof; and the diblock copolymer resin is selected from the group consisting of styrene-ethylene-propylene (SEP) claim 1 , styrene-ethylene-butylene (SEB) claim 1 , styrene-ethylene-ethylene (SEE) claim 1 , and combinations thereof.3. The combination of gelatinous elastomer and latex foam of where the in-situ copolymer resin is at least partially polymerized by the curing the mixture to form the latex foam.4. The combination of gelatinous elastomer and latex foam of where the copolymer resin is a triblock copolymer resin.5. The combination of gelatinous elastomer and latex foam of where the copolymer resin is formed by compounding a copolymer with ...

STRETCHABLE FILM AND METHOD FOR FORMING THE STRETCHABLE FILM

The present invention provides a stretchable film that is excellent in stretch and strength and water repellency on the film surface, and a method for forming the stretchable film. 1. A stretchable film comprising a resin having a branched siloxane bond having 3 to 11 silicon atoms on a side chain and a urethane bond on a main chain.9. The stretchable film according to claim 1 , wherein the resin has a weight average molecular weight of 500 or more.10. The stretchable film according to claim 2 , wherein the resin has a weight average molecular weight of 500 or more.11. The stretchable film according to claim 3 , wherein the resin has a weight average molecular weight of 500 or more.12. The stretchable film according to claim 1 , wherein the stretchable film has a stretching property of 40 to 500% in a tensile test stipulated according to JISK6251 standards.13. The stretchable film according to claim 2 , wherein the stretchable film has a stretching property of 40 to 500% in a tensile test stipulated according to JISK6251 standards.14. The stretchable film according to claim 3 , wherein the stretchable film has a stretching property of 40 to 500% in a tensile test stipulated according to JISK6251 standards.15. The stretchable film according to claim 1 , wherein the stretchable film is used as a film in contact with a stretchable conductive wire.16. The stretchable film according to claim 2 , wherein the stretchable film is used as a film in contact with a stretchable conductive wire.17. The stretchable film according to claim 3 , wherein the stretchable film is used as a film in contact with a stretchable conductive wire. The present invention relates to a stretchable film excellent in stretch, strength, and water repellency, and a method for forming the stretchable film.A recent growing popularity of Internet of Things (IoT) has accelerated the development of such major wearable devices as watches and glasses that allow for Internet access. Even in the fields of ...

BLENDS FOR FOAMS, FOAMS MANUFACTURED THEREFROM AND ARTICLES COMPRISING THE SAME

Disclosed herein is a foam composition comprising an olefin copolymer that comprises ethylene and an α-olefin or propylene and an α-olefin; an unneutralized carboxylated olefin copolymer; a crosslinking agent; and a blowing agent; where the foam composition is substantially free from neutralized carboxylated ethylene copolymer. Disclosed herein too is a method of manufacturing a foam composition comprising blending together an olefin copolymer that comprises ethylene and an α-olefin or propylene and an α-olefin; an unneutralized carboxylated olefin copolymer; a crosslinking agent; and a blowing agent to form the foam composition; where the foam composition is substantially free from neutralized carboxylated ethylene copolymer; heating the foam composition to activate the blowing agent to form a foam; and crosslinking the foam. 1. A foam composition comprising:an olefin copolymer that comprises ethylene and an α-olefin or propylene and an α-olefin;an unneutralized carboxylated olefin copolymer;a crosslinking agent; anda blowing agent; where the foam composition is substantially free from neutralized carboxylated ethylene copolymer.2. The foam composition of claim 1 , where the olefin copolymer is an olefin block copolymer and is present in the foam composition in an amount of 50 to 99 wt % claim 1 , based on the total weight of the foam composition.3. The foam composition of claim 1 , where the α-olefin is octene.4. The foam composition of claim 1 , where the carboxylated olefin copolymer is present in the foam composition in an amount of 0.5 to 10 wt % claim 1 , based on the total weight of the foam composition.5. The foam composition of claim 1 , where the carboxylated olefin copolymer comprises a carboxylic acid; where the carboxylic acid is acrylic acid or methacrylic acid.6. The foam composition of claim 1 , where the crosslinking agent is a peroxide and where the blowing agent is a azodicarbonamide.7. The foam composition of claim 1 , where a foam manufactured ...

RETARDATION FILM AND PRODUCTION METHOD

A phase difference film including an orientation layer formed of a resin C having a negative intrinsic birefringence value, wherein the resin C contains a block copolymer having a block (A) including as a main component a polymerization unit A having a negative intrinsic birefringence value and a block (B) including as a main component a polymerization unit B, and a weight fraction of the block (A) therein being 50% by weight or more and 90% by weight or less, and the phase difference film has an NZ factor of greater than 0 and smaller than 1; and the production method thereof. Preferably, in the orientation layer, the resin C exhibits a phase separation structure, and a distance between phases in the phase separation structure is 200 nm or less. 1. A phase difference film comprising an orientation layer formed of a resin C having a negative intrinsic birefringence value , whereinthe resin C contains a block copolymer having a block (A) including as a main component a polymerization unit A having a negative intrinsic birefringence value and a block (B) including as a main component a polymerization unit B, and a weight fraction of the block (A) therein being 50% by weight or more and 90% by weight or less, andthe phase difference film has an NZ factor of greater than 0 and smaller than 1.2. The phase difference film according to claim 1 , wherein the polymerization unit B has a positive intrinsic birefringence value.3. The phase difference film according to claim 1 , wherein the resin C includes as the block copolymer a triblock copolymer P′ of (A)-(B)-(A).4. The phase difference film according to claim 3 , wherein the resin C further includes as the block copolymer a diblock copolymer P″ of (A)-(B) claim 3 , and a ratio of the diblock copolymer P″ relative to a total of the triblock copolymer P′ and the diblock copolymer P″ in the resin C is 5% by weight to 40% by weight.5. The phase difference film according to claim 1 , wherein in the orientation layer claim 1 , ...

MULTIBLOCK COPOLYMER FILMS WITH INORGANIC NANOPARTICLES, METHODS OF MAKING SAME, AND USES THEREOF

Asymmetric organic-inorganic films and methods for forming and using such films. For example, the films are used as membranes for selective separation applications. The methods combine co-assembly of block copolymer (BCP) and inorganic nanoparticles (NPs), such as, for example, titanium dioxide (TiO), with non-solvent induced phase separation. The resulting films exhibit structural asymmetry. For example, the films have a thin nanoporous surface layer on top of a macroporous finger-like support layer. Parameters that may dictate membrane morphology include the fraction of inorganic nanoparticles used and the length of time allowed for surface layer development. In filtration tests, the resulting membranes show both desirable selectivity and permeability. The synthesis methods for hybrid membranes provide a new self-assembly platform upon which multi-functional and high-performance organic-inorganic membranes can be formed. 1) An asymmetric organic-inorganic film comprising:a multiblock copolymer having at least two blocks that microphase separate; anda plurality of inorganic nanoparticles disposed within at least a portion of the film and on at least a portion of the film surface,wherein the film has a surface layer having a thickness of 20 nm to 500 nm and a plurality of pores having a diameter or equivalent circular diameter of 5 nm to 100 nm in size, andthe film has a support layer having a thickness of 5 microns to 500 microns and pores having a diameter or equivalent circular diameter of 1 micron to 50 microns.2) The asymmetric organic-inorganic film of claim 1 , wherein a dimension of the pores increases in size moving away from the surface of the surface layer in contact with the support layer towards the surface of the support layer in contact with the substrate.3) The asymmetric organic-inorganic film of claim 1 , wherein a plurality of the pores in the support layer lying on a plane 20 microns from the surface layer and parallel to interface between the ...

Methods for Reducing Contamination in a Biological Substance

Provided herein are materials and methods of reducing contamination in a biological substance or treating contamination in a subject by one or more toxins comprising contacting the biological substance with an effective amount of a sorbent capable of sorbing the toxin, wherein the sorbent comprises a plurality of pores ranging from 50 Å to 40,000 Å with a pore volume of 0.5 cc/g to 5.0 cc/g and a size of 0.05 mm to 2 cm and sorbing the toxin. Also provided are kits to reduce contamination by one or more toxins in a biological substance comprising a sorbent capable of sorbing a toxin, wherein the sorbent comprises a plurality of pores ranging from 50 Å to 40,000 Å with a pore volume of 0.5 cc/g to 5.0 cc/g and a size of 0.05 mm to 2 cm and a vessel to store said sorbent when not in use together with packaging for same. 1. A method of reducing contamination by one or more toxins in a biological substance , said method comprising:a. contacting the biological substance with an effective amount of a sorbent capable of sorbing the toxin, wherein the sorbent comprises a plurality of pores ranging from 50 Å to 40,000 Å with a pore volume of 0.5 cc/g to 5.0 cc/g and a size of 0.05 mm to 2 cm, wherein the sorbent comprises a coated polymer comprising at least one crosslinking agent and wherein said toxins comprise endogenous toxins having a molecular weight of greater than 50,000 Daltons; andb. sorbing the toxin.2. (canceled)3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the sorbent is biocompatible.45-. (canceled)657. The method of claim claim 1 , wherein the polymer is a macroporous polymeric sorbent. cm . The method of claim 1 , wherein the sorbing occurs in vivo.8. The method of claim 1 , wherein the sorbing occurs ex vivo.936-. (canceled)37. The method of claim 1 , wherein the biological substance comprises cells or physiologic fluids such as saliva claim 1 , nasopharyngeal fluid claim 1 , blood claim 1 , plasma claim 1 , serum claim 1 , saliva claim 1 , gastrointestinal fluid claim ...

BLOCK COPOLYMER

The present application provides a block copolymer and uses thereof. The block copolymer of the present application exhibits an excellent self-assembling property or phase separation property, can be provided with a variety of required functions without constraint and, especially, etching selectivity can be secured, making the block copolymer effectively applicable to such uses as pattern formation. 2. The block copolymer of claim 1 , wherein the X represents a single bond claim 1 , an oxygen atom claim 1 , a carbonyl group claim 1 , —C(═O)—O— claim 1 , or —O—C(═O)—.3. The block copolymer of claim 1 , wherein the linear chain includes 8 to 20 chain-forming atoms.4. The block copolymer of claim 1 , wherein the chain-forming atom is carbon claim 1 , oxygen claim 1 , nitrogen claim 1 , or sulfur.5. The block copolymer of claim 1 , wherein the chain-forming atom is carbon or oxygen.6. The block copolymer of claim 1 , wherein the ring structure of the Y is an aromatic ring structure or an alicyclic ring structure.7. The block copolymer of claim 1 , wherein the Y of the Structural Formula 1 is represented by Structural Formula 2 below:{'br': None, '—P-Q-Z\u2003\u2003[Structural Formula 2]'}where in the Structural Formula 2, P represents an arylene group;{'sub': 3', '3, 'Q represents a single bond, an oxygen atom or —NR—, wherein the Rrepresents a hydrogen atom, an alkyl group, an alkenyl group, an alkynyl group, an alkoxy group or an aryl group; and'}Z represents a linear chain with 8 or more chain-forming atoms.8. The block copolymer of claim 1 , wherein the photo crosslinkable functional group is benzoylphenoxy group claim 1 , alkenyloxycarbonyl group claim 1 , (meth)acryloyl group or alkenyloxyalkyl group.9. The block copolymer of claim 1 , wherein one or more halogen atoms are included in the positions marked as Rto Rof the Structural Formula 3.10. The block copolymer of claim 1 , wherein a ratio of the unit represented by the structural formula 3 in the second block ...

Compositions based on acrylic block copolymer blends

Described herein is a composition comprising a polymeric blend of: (i) a first polymer comprising at least one acrylic block copolymer, wherein the at least one acrylic block copolymer comprises: (a) at least two A block polymeric units wherein each A block has a glass transition temperature of at least 90 C and each A block is independently derived from a monoethylenically unsaturated monomer comprising a first (meth)acrylate monomer; and (b) at least one B block polymeric unit wherein the at least one B block has a glass transition temperature no greater than −30 C and wherein the at least one B block is derived from a monoethylenically unsaturated monomer comprising a second (meth)acrylate monomer; and (ii) a second polymer selected from at least one of a polyvinyl acetal resin, a polyvinyl acetate, and a cellulose ester.

Method for producing thermoplastic polymer composition

Provided is a method in which a polyisobutylene having a peak top molecular weight (Mp) of 5,000 to 80,000 is easily supplied to a hydrogenated block copolymer to stably produce a thermoplastic polymer composition. Specifically, provided is a method for producing a thermoplastic polymer composition containing a hydrogenated block copolymer (a) and a polyisobutylene (b) having a peak top molecular weight (Mp) of 5,000 to 80,000 expressed in terms of standard polystyrene as determined by gel permeation chromatography, the method including a following first step and a following second step. First step: a step of supplying the polyisobutylene (b) to a twin-screw/single-screw extruder of a counter-rotating type, to plasticize the polyisobutylene (b). Second step: a step including a following step (i) and a following step (ii): (i) a step of supplying the hydrogenated block copolymer (a) to a twin-screw extruder; and (ii) a step of supplying the polyisobutylene (b) plasticized in the first step to the twin-screw extruder via a quantitative pump and kneading the polyisobutylene (b) together with the hydrogenated block copolymer (a) supplied in the step (i).

Polymerized ionic liquid block copolymers as battery membranes

The present invention is directed to compositions useful for use in separators for use in lithium ion batteries, and membranes, separators, and devices derived therefrom.

FOAM BEAD AND SINTERED FOAM STRUCTURE

A foam bead is formed from a composition comprising an ionomer comprising, in polymerized form, ethylene, an unsaturated acid comonomer and, optionally, an acrylate comonomer, wherein the unsaturated acid comonomer is at least partially neutralized with a neutralizing agent. A sintered foam structure is formed from foam beads that are formed from above composition. 1. A sintered foam structure formed from foam beads that are formed from a composition comprising:an ionomer comprising, in polymerized form, ethylene, an unsaturated acid comonomer, and, optionally, an acrylate comonomer,wherein the unsaturated acid comonomer is completely or partially neutralized with a neutralizing agent.2. The sintered foam structure of claim 1 , wherein the ionomer has a crystallinity from 4% to 20%.3. The sintered foam structure of claim 1 , wherein the composition comprises the ionomer to the exclusion of all other polymers.4. The sintered foam structure of claim 1 , wherein the composition comprises at least one additional polymer selected from the group consisting of ethylene-based polymers claim 1 , propylene-based polymers claim 1 , and combinations thereof.5. The sintered foam structure of claim 1 , wherein the ionomer is a terpolymer of ethylene claim 1 , the unsaturated acid comonomer claim 1 , and the acrylate comonomer.6. The sintered foam structure of claim 1 , having:i) an Asker C hardness from 45 to 55;ii) a foam density from 0.130 g/cc to 0.280 g/cc;iii) a falling ball rebound from 55% to 65%;iv) an average stress at break from 0.55 MPa to 1.00 MPa; andv) a Type C Tear from 5.0 N/mm to 15 N/mm.7. The sintered foam structure of claim 1 , wherein the ionomer has a density from 0.948 g/cc to 0.962 g/cc.8. A foam bead formed from a composition comprising:(A) an ionomer comprising, in polymerized form, ethylene, an unsaturated acid comonomer, and, optionally, an acrylate comonomer,wherein the unsaturated acid comonomer is completely or partially neutralized with a ...

BLOCK COPOLYMER

The present application relates to a block copolymer and uses thereof. The present application can provide a block copolymer—which exhibits an excellent self-assembling property and thus can be used effectively in a variety of applications—and uses thereof. 1. A block copolymer comprising a first block (that includes a side chain) and a second block (that is different from the first block) , wherein X of Equation 1 below ranges from 2.5 to 10:{'br': None, 'X=1+(D×M)/(K×L)\u2003\u2003[Equation 1]'}{'b': 2', '1', '2', '1, 'where in the Equation 1, D represents a ratio (D/D) of a density (D) of the second block to a density (D) of the first block;'}{'b': 1', '2', '1', '2, 'M represents a ratio (M/M) of a molar mass (M) of the first block to a molar mass (M) of the second block;'}{'b': 2', '1', '2', '1, 'sup': '1', 'K represents a ratio (A/A) in a H-NMR spectrum of an area (A) of a peak that is produced based on the second block to an area (A) of a peak that is produced based on the first block; and'}{'b': 1', '2', '1', '2, 'L represents a ratio (H/H) of a number (H) of hydrogen atoms in 1 mole of a repeat unit of the first block to a number (H) of hydrogen atoms in 1 mole of a repeat unit of the second block.'}2. A block copolymer comprising a first block (that includes a side chain) and a second block (that is different from the first block) , wherein X of Equation 1 below ranges from 1.1 to 1.7:{'br': None, 'X=1+(D×M)/(K×L)\u2003\u2003[Equation 1]'}{'b': 2', '1', '2', '1, 'where in the Equation 1, D represents a ratio (D/D) of a density (D) of the second block to a density (D) of the first block;'}{'b': 1', '2', '1', '2, 'M represents a ratio (M/M) of a molar mass (M) of the first block to a molar mass (M) of the second block;'}{'b': 2', '1', '2', '1, 'sup': '1', 'K represents a ratio (A/A) in a H-NMR spectrum of an area (A) of a peak that is produced based on the second block to an area (A) of a peak that is produced based on the first block; and'}{'b': 1', '2', '1 ...

IONIC FUNCTIONALIZATION OF AROMATIC POLYMERS FOR ION EXCHANGE MEMBRANES

The electrochemical energy conversion system of the present disclosure includes an anode, a cathode, and an ion exchange membrane including a polymer having an aromatic polymer chain and an alkylated substrate including an alkyl chain, and at least one ionic group. The alkylated substrate is bound to at least one aromatic group in the polymer chain via Friedel-Crafts alkylation of the at least one aromatic group. The alkylation reaction utilizes a haloalkylated tertiary alcohol or a haloalkylated alkene as a precursor. In the presence of an acid catalyst, a carbocation is generated in the precursor which reacts with the aromatic rings of the polymer chain. The at least one ionic group is then replaced with a desired cationic or anionic group using a substitution reaction. The membranes exhibit advantageous stability achieved through a simplified and scalable reaction scheme. 2. The material according to claim 1 , wherein R1 includes polystyrene claim 1 , polysulfone claim 1 , poly(phenylene oxide) claim 1 , poly(phenylene) claim 1 , polystyrene copolymers claim 1 , polysulfone copolymers claim 1 , poly(phenylene oxide) copolymers claim 1 , poly(phenylene) copolymers claim 1 , or combinations thereof.3. The material according to claim 1 , wherein the alkyl chain has a length of 1 to about 20 carbons.4. The material according to claim 1 , wherein the at least one ionic group includes an alkylammonium group claim 1 , a sulfonate group claim 1 , a phosphonate group claim 1 , a carboxylate group claim 1 , an amine claim 1 , or an alcohol.5. The material according to claim 1 , wherein the alkylated substrate is attached to R1 via Friedel-Crafts alkylation of the at least one aromatic group.6. The material according to claim 1 , wherein the linker is a secondary claim 1 , tertiary claim 1 , or quaternary carbon.8. A method of making an ion exchange membrane material claim 1 , the method comprising:providing a reaction medium including an aromatic polymer chain, a ...

DOPED ANION EXCHANGE MEMBRANES (AEMs) FOR HIGHLY SELECTIVE SEPARATORS IN ELECTROCHEMICAL DEVICES

Anion exchange membranes (AEMs) for separators in electrochemical devices and methods for making same are disclosed herein. AEMs include chloromethylated SEBS triblock copolymer functionalized with TRIS cations and chloromethylated QPEK-C functionalized with TMA cations. Composite AEMs further include metal oxide fillers. Reinforced AEMs and reinforced composite AEMs further include a reinforcement material base. 126-. (canceled)27. An anion exchange membrane (AEM) comprising:a chloromethylated polystyrene-block-poly(ethylene-ran-butylene)-block-polystyrene (SEBS) triblock copolymer; andone or more functionalizing Tris(2,4,6-trimethoxyphenyl) phosphine (TRIS) cations.28. The AEM of claim 27 , wherein the AEM is a composite AEM and further comprises one or more metal oxide fillers.29. The AEM of claim 28 , wherein the one or more metal oxide fillers is selected from the group consisting of TiO claim 28 , SiO claim 28 , AlO claim 28 , SnO claim 28 , WO claim 28 , SbO claim 28 , and NbO.30. The AEM of claim 27 , wherein the AEM is a reinforced AEM and further comprises a reinforcement material base.31. The AEM of claim 30 , wherein the reinforcement material base is selected from the group consisting of polyethylene (PE) claim 30 , polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) claim 30 , and extended polytetrafluoroethylene (ePTFE).32. The AEM of claim 27 , wherein the AEM is a reinforced composite AEM and further comprises:one or more metal oxide fillers; anda reinforcement material base.33. The reinforced composite AEM of the claim 32 , wherein the one or more metal oxide fillers is selected from the group consisting of TiO claim 32 , SiO claim 32 , AlO claim 32 , SnO claim 32 , WO claim 32 , SbO claim 32 , and NbO.34. The reinforced composite AEM of claim 32 , wherein the reinforcement material base is selected from the group consisting of polyethylene (PE) claim 32 , polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) claim 32 , and extended polytetrafluoroethylene (ePTFE).35. A composite anion ...

SEAM TAPE AND METHODS OF MANUFACTURE AND USE THEREOF

Provided herein are seam tapes and related methods. The seam tapes can be compatible with polyolefin-based waterproof/breathable (w/b) membranes, including polypropylene (PP) w/b membranes and/or polyethylene (PE) w/b membranes. Also provided are seams sealed by means of these seam tapes, as well as materials, fabrics, and garments including one or more of these sealed seams. 1. A seam tape comprising a microporous polyolefin film made by a dry-stretch process and including a plurality of pores having a substantially round shape ,wherein the microporous polyolefin film exhibits a ratio of machine direction tensile strength to transverse direction tensile strength of from 0.5 to 5.0.2. The seam tape of claim 1 , wherein the polyolefin has a melt temperature of from 80° C. to 175° C.3. The seam tape of claim 2 , wherein the polyolefin has a melt temperature of from 80° C. to 120° C.4. The seam tape of claim 2 , wherein the polyolefin has a melt temperature of from 155° C. to 175° C.5. The seam tape of claim 1 , wherein the polyolefin comprises polypropylene claim 1 , polyethylene claim 1 , or a combination thereof.6. The seam tape of claim 5 , wherein the polyolefin comprises impact copolymer polypropylene.7. The seam tape of claim 5 , wherein the polyolefin comprises a polypropylene polyethylene block copolymer.8. The seam tape of claim 5 , wherein the polyolefin comprises metallocene polyethylene.9. The seam tape of claim 1 , wherein the plurality of pores have an average pore size of from 0.03 microns to 0.50 microns and an aspect ratio of from 0.75 to 1.25; and{'sup': '2', 'wherein the microporous polyolefin film has a porosity of from 20% to 80% and a TD tensile strength of at least 175 kg/cm.'}10. The seam tape of claim 1 , wherein the microporous polyolefin film has a porosity of from 40% to 90% claim 1 , a JIS Gurley of less than 100 claim 1 , a mean flow pore diameter of at least 0.04 microns claim 1 , and an Aquapore size of at least 0.06 microns.11. The ...

Methods of Utilizing Block Copolymer to Form Patterns

Some embodiments include methods of forming patterns utilizing copolymer. A main body of copolymer may be formed across a substrate, and self-assembly of the copolymer may be induced to form a pattern of structures across the substrate. A uniform thickness throughout the main body of the copolymer may be maintained during the inducement of the self-assembly. In some embodiments, the uniform thickness may be maintained through utilization of a wall surrounding the main body of copolymer to impede dispersal of the copolymer from the main body. In some embodiments, the uniform thickness may be maintained through utilization of a volume of copolymer in fluid communication with the main body of copolymer. 130-. (canceled)31. A method of forming a pattern , comprising:forming a recess extending into an upper surface of a substrate;forming copolymer across the substrate; a main body of the copolymer being across the upper surface and a reservoir of the copolymer being within the recess and in fluid communication with the main body; the copolymer within the main body self-assembling to form a pattern of structures that extend along the main body and overlap the recess; andutilizing regions of the structures across the upper surface as a mask to pattern the underlying substrate while not using any structures induced within the copolymer in said recess for patterning the substrate.32. The method of wherein the copolymer comprises block copolymer.33. The method of wherein the copolymer comprises graft copolymer.34. The method of wherein the copolymer is within a blend containing two or more different block copolymers claim 31 , a blend containing two or more different graft copolymers claim 31 , a blend containing block copolymer and graft copolymer claim 31 , a blend containing homopolymer and block copolymer claim 31 , a blend containing homopolymer and graft copolymer claim 31 , or a blend containing block copolymer and graft copolymer.35. The method of further comprising ...

PRESSURE SENSITIVE ADHESIVE FOAM

The present disclosure relates to a pressure sensitive adhesive foam comprising a rubber-based elastomeric material and at least one hydrocarbon tackifier, wherein the hydrocarbon tackifier(s) have a Volatile Organic Compound (VOC) value of less than 1000 ppm and a Volatile Fogging Compound (FOG) value of less than 1500 ppm, when measured by thermogravimetric analysis according to the weight loss test methods described in the experimental section. The present disclosure also relates to a method of manufacturing such a pressure sensitive adhesive foam and uses thereof. 112-. (canceled)13. A multilayer pressure sensitive adhesive assembly comprising:(1) a first skin layer comprising a polyarcrylate pressure sensitive adhesive; (a) a rubber-based elastomeric material;', '(b) at least one hydrocarbon tackifier having a Volatile Organic Compound (VOC) value less than 100 ppm and a Volatile Fogging Compound (FOG) value less than 1000 ppm when measured by thermogravimetric analysis according to the weight loss test methods described in the experimental section; and', '(c) at least one plasticizer comprising polyisobutylene having a Volatile Organic Compound (VOC) value less than 100 ppm and a Volatile Fogging Compound (FOG) value less than 1000 ppm, wherein the polyisobutylene has a molecular weight in a range of 36,000 to 75,000 grams/mole when measured by thermogravimetric analysis according to the weight loss test methods described in the experimental section; and, '(2) a core layer comprising a pressure sensitive adhesive foam comprising'}(3) a second skin layer comprising a polyacrylate pressure sensitive adhesive.14. The multilayer pressure sensitive adhesive assembly of claim 13 , further comprising a primer layer positioned between the first skin layer and the core layer claim 13 , between the second skin layer and the core layer claim 13 , or both.15. The multilayer pressure sensitive adhesive assembly of claim 14 , wherein the primer layer is crosslinked.16. The ...

METHOD FOR PRODUCING MALEIMIDE BLOCK COPOLYMER

An object of the present invention is to provide a method for producing a maleimide block copolymer having an acrylic monomer-derived structural unit. Provided is a method for producing a block copolymer having a polymer block (A) containing an acrylate-derived structural unit and a polymer block (B) containing an N-substituted maleimide ring structure and a methacrylate-derived structural unit, the method comprising a polymerization step in which a nitroxide polymer (A1) having a polymer block (A) and an organophosphorus unit-containing nitroxide structure at an end of the polymer block (A) and a monomer (B1) containing a methacrylate and an N-substituted maleimide are polymerized in the presence of a thiol compound (C1). 1. A method for producing a block copolymer having a polymer block (A) containing an acrylate-derived structural unit and a polymer block (B) containing an N-substituted maleimide ring structure and a methacrylate-derived structural unit ,the method comprising a polymerization step in which a nitroxide polymer (A1) having a polymer block (A) and an organophosphorus unit-containing nitroxide structure at an end of the polymer block (A) and a monomer (B1) containing a methacrylate and an N-substituted maleimide are polymerized in the presence of a thiol compound (C1).29-. (canceled)10. A block copolymer having a polymer block (A) containing an acrylate-derived structural unit and a polymer block (B) containing an N-substituted maleimide ring structure and a methacrylate-derived structural unit ,the block copolymer having a weight-average molecular weight of 150,000 to 450,000.11. A resin composition containing the block copolymer according to .12. The resin composition according to claim 10 , wherein the resin composition contains claim 10 , as resin components claim 10 , the block copolymer according to and a resin having a structural unit derived from at least one kind of monomer selected from a methacrylate and an N-substituted maleimide claim 10 ...

THERMOPLASTIC ELASTOMER COMPOSITION

A thermoplastic elastomer composition containing a (meth)acrylic elastomer (component A), a thermoplastic resin having a melting point of from 180° to 350° C., and having a functional group reactive with an epoxy group (component B), and a vinyl copolymer having a solubility in tetrahydrofuran and having two or more epoxy groups in one molecule, on average (component C), wherein proportions of each of the components are: 40 to 95 parts by weight of the (meth)acrylic elastomer (component A), 5 to 60 parts by weight of the thermoplastic resin (component B), and 0.1 to 30 parts by weight of the vinyl copolymer (component C), a total of the (meth)acrylic elastomer (component A) and the thermoplastic resin (component B) being 100 parts by weight, wherein the component C is constituted by monomer units containing 50% by weight or more of monomer units (monomer unit c1) of which SP value is from 17.5 to 25.0, and wherein a flow beginning temperature is from 180° to 350° C. The molded article obtainable from the thermoplastic elastomer composition of the present invention can be used in various kinds of fields such as electric and electronic parts, automotive parts, sealants, packing, vibration proofed materials, and tubes. 1: A thermoplastic elastomer composition comprising:a (meth)acrylic elastomer (component A),a thermoplastic resin having a melting point of from 180° to 350° C., and having a functional group reactive with an epoxy group (component B), anda vinyl copolymer having a solubility in tetrahydrofuran and having an average of two or more epoxy groups in one molecule, (component C),wherein proportions of each of said components are:40 to 95 parts by weight of component A,5 to 60 parts by weight of component B, and0.1 to 30 parts by weight of component, anda total of component A and component B being 100 parts by weight,wherein the component C comprises monomer units containing 50% by weight or more of monomer units (monomer unit c1) of which the SP value is from ...

Foam particles, and moulded article thereof

The present invention is concerned with expanded beads that are olefin-based thermoplastic elastomer expanded beads containing a coloring agent, wherein an apparent density of the expanded beads is 40 to 300 g/L, and an average surface layer membrane thickness (a) is 3 to 25 μm, and a molded article thereof, and is able to provide expanded beads capable of producing an expanded beads molded article which is excellent in in-mold moldability and excellent in tensile characteristics and an expanded beads molded article using the expanded beads.

Block copolymer

The present application provides the block copolymers and their application. The present application may provide the block copolymers that have excellent self assembling and phase separation properties and therefore that can be effectively used in various applications. The present application may also provide applications of the block copolymers.

Block copolymer

The present application provides the block copolymers and their application. The present application may provide the block copolymers that have excellent self assembling and phase separation properties and therefore that can be effectively used in various applications. The present application may also provide applications of the block copolymers.

FOAM PARTICLE MOULDED ARTICLE AND SOLE MEMBER

The present invention relates to an expanded beads molded article containing a block copolymer of a polyethylene block and an ethylene-α-olefin copolymer block and having a density of 30 kg/mor more and less than 150 kg/mand a modulus of repulsion elasticity of 60% or more. The sole member of the present invention includes the expanded beads molded article of the present invention. 1. An expanded beads molded article , comprising a block copolymer of a polyethylene block and an ethylene-α-olefin copolymer block and having a density of 30 kg/mor more and less than 150 kg/mand a modulus of repulsion elasticity (R1) of 60% or more.2. The expanded beads molded article according to claim 1 , which has an average cell wall thickness of 1 μm or more and 8 μm or less.3. The expanded beads molded article according to claim 1 , which has a ratio (R1/R2) of the modulus of repulsion elasticity (R1) of the expanded beads molded article to a modulus of repulsion elasticity (R2) of the block copolymer constituting the expanded beads molded article of 1.2 or more and 2.0 or less.4. The expanded beads molded article according to claim 1 , which has a closed cell ratio of 60% or more.5. The expanded beads molded article according to claim 1 , wherein the expanded beads molded article has a tensile elongation of 120% or more.6. The expanded beads molded article according to claim 1 , which has a xylene insoluble fraction of 30% by weight or more and 70% by weight or less based on the total amount of the expanded beads molded article by a hot xylene extraction method.7. The expanded beads molded article according to claim 1 , which has a 25% compression set at 50° C. of 2% or more and 15% or less.8. The expanded beads molded article according to claim 1 , which has a surface of the molded article having a type C durometer hardness of 15 or more and 50 or less.9. The expanded beads molded article according to claim 1 , wherein the block copolymer is a multi-block copolymer of a ...

Si-BLOCK COPOLYMER CORE-SHELL NANOPARTICLES TO BUFFER VOLUMETRIC CHANGE AND ANODE ACTIVE MATERIAL FOR LITHIUM SECONDARY BATTERY USING THE SAME

The Si-block copolymer core-shell nanoparticles include: a Si core; and a block copolymer shell including a block having relatively relatively high affinity for Si and a block having relatively low affinity for Si and forming a spherical micelle structure around the Si core. Since the Si-block copolymer core-shell nanoparticles exhibit excellent dispersibility and stability in a mixed solution including the same, the Si-block copolymer core-shell nanoparticles are easily applied to an anode active material for lithium secondary battery by carbonization thereof. In addition, since the anode active material for lithium secondary battery using the Si-block copolymer core-shell nanoparticles includes carbonized Si-block copolymer core-shell nanoparticles and pores, the anode active material has long lifespan, high capacity and high energy density, and the block copolymer shell of the carbonized Si-block copolymer core-shell nanoparticles can improve lifespan of lithium secondary battery by buffering volumetric change thereof during charge and discharge. 1. A method of preparing a solution including core-shell nanoparticles , the method comprising:a) producing a mixed solution by mixing a block copolymer with a solvent, the block copolymer including a block having relatively high affinity for Si and a block having relatively low affinity for Si,;b) adding Si particles to the mixed solution; andc) dispersing the Si particles in the mixed solution.2. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the solvent comprises at least one selected from the group consisting of N-methyl-2-pyrrolidone (NMP) claim 1 , tetrahydrofuran (THF) claim 1 , water claim 1 , methanol claim 1 , ethanol claim 1 , cyclohexanol claim 1 , cyclohexanone claim 1 , methyl ethyl ketone claim 1 , acetone claim 1 , and dimethyl sulfoxide (DMSO).3. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the block having relatively high affinity for Si includes one selected from the group consisting of polyacrylic acid claim ...

LATENT ELASTIC OLEFIN FILM LAMINATES AND METHODS OF MAKING ABSORBENT ARTICLES INCORPORATING THE SAME

A latent elastic film laminate is provided including a film predominantly comprising olefin elastomers. The film is stretched and maintained in a stretched state in order to impart the desired level of latent elasticity such that the conditioned film laminate will shrink upon activation, such as by heating. The latent elastic film laminate can be advantageously used in the manufacture of various elasticated articles, including absorbent personal care articles, by activating the latent elasticity after attachment to the article and thereby shining and elasticizing components to which the film laminate is attached. 1. A heat shrinkable composite material comprising:an elastic film having a polymeric portion and wherein the polymeric portion comprises at least 90% semi-crystalline polyolefin polymer;a support layer intermittently bonded to said elastic film;wherein the composite material has a % heat shrinkage greater than 15% at 72° C.2. The heat shrinkable composite material of wherein the polymeric portion of the elastic film comprises at least 95% by wt. semi-crystalline polyolefin polymer.3. The heat shrinkable composite material of wherein the semi-crystalline polyolefin polymer comprises a blend of an ethylene semi-crystalline polymer having a density between about 0.85 g/cmand 0.89 g/cmand a propylene semi-crystalline polymer having a density between about 0.85 g/cmand 0.89 g/cm.4. The heat shrinkable composite material of wherein the ethylene semi-crystalline polymer comprises about 80% to 99% of the polymeric portion of the film and the propylene semi-crystalline polymer comprises about 20% to 1% by wt. of the polymeric portion of the film.5. The heat shrinkable composite material of wherein the propylene semi-crystalline polymer comprises about 80% to 99% of the polymeric portion of the film and the ethylene semi-crystalline polymer comprises about 20% to about 1% by wt. of the polymeric portion of the film.6. The heat shrinkable composite material of any of ...

POLYMER MATERIAL FOR SELF-ASSEMBLY, SELF-ASSEMBLED FILM, METHOD OF PRODUCING SELF-ASSEMBLED FILM, AND PROJECTION AND DEPRESSION PATTERN

Provided is a polymer material for self-assembly capable of reducing defects based on poor microphase separation segments and capable of forming a fine repeating pattern, a self-assembled film, a method of producing a self-assembled film, and a projection and depression pattern. The polymer material for self-assembly according to the present invention contains a polymer compound including a constituent unit of General Formula (1) below and a constituent unit of General Formula (2) below. 2. The polymer material for self-assembly according to claim 1 , wherein the polymer compound is a diblock copolymer or a triblock copolymer of the constituent unit of General Formula (1) and the constituent unit of General Formula (2) copolymerized by living anionic polymerization.5. The polymer material for self-assembly according to claim 1 , wherein the polymer compound has a weight average molecular weight of 1 claim 1 ,000 or more and 15 claim 1 ,000 or less.6. A self-assembled film obtained using the polymer material for self-assembly according to .7. A self-assembled film formed by applying a top coat agent on the self-assembled film according to .8. A method of producing a self-assembled film claim 1 , comprising forming a self-assembled film using the polymer material for self-assembly according to any.9. The method of producing a self-assembled film according to claim 8 , wherein a self-assembled film is formed in a guide pattern.10. The method of producing a self-assembled film according to claim 8 , further comprising a step of applying a top coat agent on the self-assembled film.11. (canceled) The present invention relates to a polymer material for self-assembly, a self-assembled film, a method of producing a self-assembled film, and a projection and depression pattern, and specifically relates to a polymer material for self-assembly suitably used as a resist for semiconductor manufacturing, a self-assembled film, a method of producing a self-assembled film, and a ...

PROPYLENE BUTENE COPOLYMER

The invention provides a multimodal propylene butene random copolymer having a melt flow rate (MFR2) of 1.0 to 20.0 g/10 min and a butene content of 1.5 to 8.0 wt %, wherein said copolymer is prepared using a single site catalyst and wherein said copolymer comprises (i) 30 to 70 wt % of a propylene butene copolymer (A) having an MFR2 of 0.5 to 20.0 g/10 min and a butene content of 0.5 to 10.0 wt %; and (ii) 70 to 30 wt % of a propylene butene copolymer (B) having an MFR2 of 0.5 to 20.0 g/10 min and a butene content of 1.0 to 8.0 wt %; wherein copolymers (A) and (B) are different. 1. A multimodal propylene butene random copolymer having a melt flow rate (MFR) of 1.0 to 20.0 g/10 min and a butene content of 1.5 to 8.0 wt % , wherein said copolymer is prepared using a single site catalyst and wherein said copolymer comprises:{'sub': '2', '(i) 30 to 70 wt % of a propylene butene copolymer (A) having an MFRof 0.5 to 20.0 g/10 min and a butene content of 0.5 to 10.0 wt %; and'}{'sub': '2', '(ii) 70 to 30 wt % of a propylene butene copolymer (B) having an MFRof 0.5 to 20.0 g/10 min and a butene content of 1.0 to 8.0 wt %;'}wherein copolymers (A) and (B) are different.2. The multimodal propylene butene random copolymer as claimed in claim 1 , wherein said single site catalyst is a metallocene catalyst.3. The multimodal propylene butene random copolymer as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the butene content of said multimodal copolymer is in the range 3.0 to 5.0 wt %.4. The multimodal propylene butene random copolymer as claimed claim 1 , wherein a xylene soluble fraction is less than 6.0 wt %.5. The multimodal propylene butene random copolymer as claimed in claim 1 , wherein said copolymer is substantially free of ethylene.6. The multimodal propylene butene random copolymer as claimed in claim 1 , wherein said copolymer has a flexural modulus of at least 850 MPa.7. The multimodal propylene butene random copolymer as claimed in claim 1 , wherein said copolymer has a molecular ...